Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) vs Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland
Longmorn
£499
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Longmorn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 46.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £399 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £499.
For beginners: Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
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