Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi) vs Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)
Longmorn
£640
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
| Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi) | Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.9% | 48.9% |
| Age | 32 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £639.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £640.
For beginners: Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£639.95 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £639.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi) 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)