Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Springbank 26 Year Old 1993 - Virtual Open Day 2020

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Springbank 26 Year Old 1993 - Virtual Open Day 2020
DistilleryLaphroaigSpringbank
RegionIslayCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%51.1%
Age32 yr26 yr
Price£1500£1999
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Springbank 26 Year Old 1993 - Virtual Open Day 2020

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 26 Year Old 1993 - Virtual Open Day 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £1999.

For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 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 £1999)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Springbank 26 Year Old 1993 - Virtual Open Day 2020

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£1999 vs £1500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Springbank?

Springbank 26 Year Old 1993 - Virtual Open Day 2020 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyLeathery

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Springbank 26 Year Old 1993 - Virtual Open Day 2020

OilyCooked MashMedicinal

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