Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) vs Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Longmorn
£109
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
| Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.4% |
| Age | 20 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £109 | £139.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £109 vs £140.
For beginners: Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£109 vs £139.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £109)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Only Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (Batch 0001) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)