Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) vs Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
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 Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
Springbank
★ 4.67
£399
| Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Banff | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.8% | 51.8% |
| Age | 36 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £265.32 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
Quick verdict
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
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 Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £265.32)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
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 Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask 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
Only Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Only Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask