Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature vs Longrow 15 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2019

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dewar's 25 Year Old SignatureLongrow 15 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2019
DistilleryDewar'sSpringbank
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%52.4%
Age25 yr15 yr
Price£201.99£250
Rating5.00/5

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value25/100

Longrow 15 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2019

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longrow 15 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2019

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is better value at £202 vs £250.

For beginners: Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Longrow 15 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2019

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£250 vs £201.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Dewar's?

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Longrow?

Longrow 15 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2019 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

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature

Old WoodSherriedVanillaHoney

Only Longrow 15 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2019

SmokeyOilyMedicinalLeathery

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