Longrow 21 Year Old vs Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longrow 21 Year Old
Springbank
★ 5.00
£265
Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Girvan
★ 5.00
£356
| Longrow 21 Year Old | Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Girvan |
| Region | Campbeltown | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 43.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 50 yr |
| Price | £265 | £356.35 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longrow 21 Year Old
Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Longrow 21 Year Old
Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Longrow 21 Year Old is better value at £265 vs £356.
For beginners: Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Longrow 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£265 vs £356.35)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£356.35 vs £265)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Girvan?
Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Longrow 21 Year Old
Only Girvan 50 Year Old 1965 (cask 10896) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)