Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) vs Longrow 1987 / 10 Year Old / Cask #149-151 Campbeltown Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Banff
★ 5.00
£265
Longrow 1987 / 10 Year Old / Cask #149-151 Campbeltown Whisky
Longrow
£399
| Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | Longrow 1987 / 10 Year Old / Cask #149-151 Campbeltown Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Banff | Longrow |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 41.8% | 40% |
| Age | 36 yr | NAS |
| Price | £265.32 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Longrow 1987 / 10 Year Old / Cask #149-151 Campbeltown Whisky
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Longrow 1987 / 10 Year Old / Cask #149-151 Campbeltown Whisky
Quick verdict
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is better value at £265 vs £399.
For beginners: Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£265.32 vs £399)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Longrow 1987 / 10 Year Old / Cask #149-151 Campbeltown Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £265.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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.
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow 1987 / 10 Year Old / Cask #149-151 Campbeltown Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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