Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£287
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured
Springbank
£225
| Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.5% |
| Age | 40 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £286.95 | £225 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured is better value at £225 vs £287.
For beginners: Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£286.95 vs £225)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£225 vs £286.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Master?
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured 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
Only Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Only Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Tawny Port Cask Matured