Probably Speyside's Finest 45 Year Old 1965 - Old and Rare Platinum vs Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Probably Speyside's Finest 45 Year Old 1965 - Old and Rare Platinum
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£284
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Banff
★ 5.00
£265
| Probably Speyside's Finest 45 Year Old 1965 - Old and Rare Platinum | Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Banff |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 41.8% |
| Age | 45 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £283.65 | £265.32 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Probably Speyside's Finest 45 Year Old 1965 - Old and Rare Platinum
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Probably Speyside's Finest 45 Year Old 1965 - Old and Rare Platinum
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is better value at £265 vs £284.
For beginners: Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Probably Speyside's Finest 45 Year Old 1965 - Old and Rare Platinum
Pros
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 36 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£283.65 vs £265.32)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£265.32 vs £283.65)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Probably?
Probably Speyside's Finest 45 Year Old 1965 - Old and Rare Platinum 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.
Who should buy Banff?
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Probably Speyside's Finest 45 Year Old 1965 - Old and Rare Platinum
Only Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)