Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLaphroaigRosebank
RegionIslayLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%48.5%
Age32 yr26 yr
Price£1500£1399.95
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1400 vs £1500.

For beginners: Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 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)
  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 26 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1399.95)

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£1399.95 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 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

Only Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitFragantHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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