Longrow 18 Year Old vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longrow 18 Year Old
Springbank
★ 4.44
£115
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| Longrow 18 Year Old | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Strathisla |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £115 | £87.07 |
| Rating | 4.44/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longrow 18 Year Old
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Longrow 18 Year Old
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.44).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £115.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Longrow 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£115 vs £87.07)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £115)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Longrow 18 Year Old
Only Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Where to buy
Longrow 18 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange