Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) vs Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)

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

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)
DistilleryLaphroaigLongmorn
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.9%49.9%
Age25 yr32 yr
Price£399£639.95
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value13/100

Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £640.

For beginners: Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi) 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 £639.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 25 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£639.95 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 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)

SmokeySherriedMedicinalKipperyOily

Only Longmorn 32 Year Old 1992 (cask 48454) - (Adelphi)

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToastedOld Wood

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