Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey
Cooley
£1250
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Cooley |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | Irish |
| ABV | 46.6% | 40% |
| Age | 32 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £1250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey is better value at £1250 vs £1500.
For beginners: SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 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 £1250)
SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£1250 vs £1500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 SMWS?
SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only SMWS 117.1 (Cooley) / 1989 / 12 Year Old Irish Malt Whiskey