Berry Bros & Rudd Small Batch 2013 Glen Elgin Single Malt Whisky vs Laphroaig Lore Islay Single Malt Whisky
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Berry Bros & Rudd Small Batch 2013 Glen Elgin Single Malt Whisky currently starts £0.01 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £69.99 | £70.00 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Glen Elgin | LAPHROAIG |
| Type | Single Malt Whisky | Single Malt Whisky |
| Size | 700ml | 700ml |
| Where to buy |
Berry Bros & Rudd Small Batch 2013 Glen Elgin Single Malt Whisky
The nose opens with Glen Elgin’s trademark burnt marmalade notes, alongside some apples and pears. A little time in the glass brings forward notes of crème brûlée with spiced cream. The palate is muscular, reminding us of Glen Elgin’s traditional worm tubs, while a perfect balance of fruit and oak waltz over the tongue. With characterful liquid like this, it’s hard to fathom why Glen Elgin isn’t one of the biggest names in Scotch whisky.
Laphroaig Lore Islay Single Malt Whisky
Laphroaig Lore is presented as one of the distillery’s richest and most complex expressions, created from a tapestry of casks that span several styles and ages. Drawn from a combination of first‑fill sherry butts, quarter casks and older, more mature stock, it reflects the depth of knowledge passed down through generations of Laphroaig distillers. The result is a whisky that captures the essence of the distillery’s coastal home on Islay while offering a broader, more layered interpretation of its famously intense character. Lore is crafted to honour tradition, weaving together smoke, sweetness and savoury richness in a way that feels both familiar and elevated. The aroma opens with deep peat smoke, sea spray and charred driftwood, followed by notes of dark chocolate, treacle and warm spice from the sherry casks. On the palate it is full‑bodied and powerful, combining rich peat with flavours of black pepper, roasted coffee, dried fruit and a touch of salted caramel. Layers of oak and earthy minerality build as it develops, giving the whisky a sense of depth and structure. The finish is long, smoky and slightly sweet, leaving lingering impressions of spice, cocoa and maritime peat.
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