Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
Springbank
★ 4.67
£399
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.8% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £350 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Fresh Port Cask 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 Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna 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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