Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) vs Longrow 9 Year Old 2015 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength

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

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)Longrow 9 Year Old 2015 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength
DistilleryJack Daniel'sSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeTennesseeSingle Malt
ABV64.5%56.2%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£69.95£109.99
Rating5.00/5

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Smoke62/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner30/100
Value71/100

Longrow 9 Year Old 2015 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longrow 9 Year Old 2015 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is better value at £70 vs £110.

For beginners: Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£69.95 vs £109.99)

Cons

  • High ABV (64.5%) — may need water

Longrow 9 Year Old 2015 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength

Pros

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

Cons

  • High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£109.99 vs £69.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) 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 Longrow?

Longrow 9 Year Old 2015 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength 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

Tobacco

Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

ToastedVanillaOilyCoal-gas

Only Longrow 9 Year Old 2015 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength

SmokeySherriedLeatheryDried Fruit

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