Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky
DistilleryLaphroaigThomas H Handy
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46.6%40%
Age32 yrNAS
Price£1500£1250
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky is better value at £1250 vs £1500.

For beginners: Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye 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 £1250)

Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +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 Thomas?

Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

Only Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky

Cooked FruitToastedChocolate

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