Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
DistilleryLaphroaigStrathisla
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46.6%40%
Age32 yrNAS
Price£1500£1400
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky is better value at £1400 vs £1500.

For beginners: Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside 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 £1400)

Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£1400 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 Strathisla?

Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside 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

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeyLeathery

Only Strathisla 1970 / 43 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky

ChocolateCooked Fruit

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