Longrow 18 Year Old / 2022 Release Campbeltown Whisky vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old

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

Longrow 18 Year Old / 2022 Release Campbeltown WhiskyRoyal Brackla 21 Year Old
DistilleryLongrowBrackla
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£250£219.99
Rating5.00/5

Longrow 18 Year Old / 2022 Release Campbeltown Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Royal Brackla 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value23/100

Longrow 18 Year Old / 2022 Release Campbeltown Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Royal Brackla 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is better value at £220 vs £250.

For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Longrow 18 Year Old / 2022 Release Campbeltown Whisky

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£250 vs £219.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Royal Brackla 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£219.99 vs £250)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Longrow?

Longrow 18 Year Old / 2022 Release Campbeltown Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Royal?

Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Longrow 18 Year Old / 2022 Release Campbeltown Whisky

SmokeyDried FruitCitricChocolate

Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old

VanillaCooked FruitOld WoodToasted

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