Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) vs Longmorn 23 Year Old - Cask 7.44 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

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

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)Longmorn 23 Year Old - Cask 7.44 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
DistilleryKyrö Distillery CompanyLongmorn
RegionSpeyside
CountryFinlandScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV47.2%57.3%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£6£8.06
Rating4.60/5

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Longmorn 23 Year Old - Cask 7.44 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 23 Year Old - Cask 7.44 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is rated higher (4.60 vs 0.00).

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is better value at £6 vs £8.

For beginners: Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
  • +More affordable (£6 vs £8.06)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Longmorn 23 Year Old - Cask 7.44 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£8.06 vs £6)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)

Who should buy Kyrö?

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 23 Year Old - Cask 7.44 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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

VanillaToasted

Only Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

SmokeyNew Wood

Only Longmorn 23 Year Old - Cask 7.44 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Old WoodHoneyNutty

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