Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish vs Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Springbank
★ 5.00
£399
| Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish | Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Springbank |
| Region | Campbeltown | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 54.7% |
| Age | 11 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Quick verdict
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish 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.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo 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
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Only Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Franc Cask Finish
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