Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryLaphroaigRosebank
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46.6%40%
Age32 yrNAS
Price£1500£1350
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £1350 vs £1500.

For beginners: Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1350)

Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£1350 vs £1500)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Rosebank?

Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeyDried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

Only Rosebank 21 Year Old Unity Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Hay-likeLeafyHoneyFresh Fruit

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