Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Rosebank 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Rosebank 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One
Rosebank
£1821
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Rosebank 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Rosebank |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 48.6% |
| Age | 32 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1820.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Rosebank 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Rosebank 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1821.
For beginners: Rosebank 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One 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)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £1820.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Rosebank 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£1820.5 vs £1500)
- −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 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Rosebank 30 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2020) - Release One