Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish vs Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish
Springbank
★ 4.50
£299
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£400
| Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish | Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | The Character of Islay Whisky Company |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.3% | 46.3% |
| Age | 13 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish is better value at £299 vs £400.
For beginners: Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 13 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399.95 vs £299)
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish 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 Fiona?
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Longrow Red 13 Year Old - Malbec Cask Finish
Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company