{"title":"Longrow","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"longrow-18-year-750ml","title":"Longrow 18 Year 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongrow 18 Year 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heavily peated, double-distilled Campbeltown single malt Scotch whisky bottled at 46% ABV in a 750ml format. Produced at Scotland's legendary Springbank Distillery — one of only two Scottish distilleries that malt, distill, mature, and bottle entirely on-site — this 18-year-old expression scored 93\/100 on Whisky Connosr and 4.5 out of 5 from The Whiskey Jug.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 46%  |  Origin: Campbeltown, Scotland  |  18 Year Age Statement  |  Distillery: Springbank\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpringbank Distillery in Campbeltown first produced Longrow in 1973, when it double-distilled a heavily peated spirit to create a style distinct from its flagship Springbank and triple-distilled Hazelburn lines. The barley used for Longrow is entirely dried over peat, resulting in phenol levels close to 55 ppm — firmly in the heavily peated category. This 18-year-old expression was matured in a combination of ex-sherry casks (60%), ex-bourbon casks (30%), and ex-Chardonnay casks (10%), giving it a layered complexity that balances deep fruit richness against assertive peat. The mashbill is 100% malted barley, and the whisky is non-chill filtered at a natural 46% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with blackberry jam and sweet orchard fruit before shifting into earthy peat, walnuts, and licorice. Beneath those heavier layers, lighter notes of citrus zest, peaches, and a gentle briny quality emerge with time in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate arrives rich and full, leading with dark chocolate ganache, maraschino cherries, and dates — unmistakable sherry cask influence. At the mid-palate, rhubarb and gingerbread spice build alongside creamy coffee and vanilla custard. The peat is present throughout but never overpowers, acting as a structural spine rather than the dominant flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with roasted coffee beans, sea salt, and a slow fade of dry peat smoke. The texture stays oily and coating, leaving a bittersweet cocoa impression that lingers well after the final sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Longrow 18\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 46% ABV and 18 years of age, this whisky is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open the sherry-influenced fruit notes. A single cube of ice can tame the peat for those who prefer a gentler smoke profile. For cocktails, the Longrow 18 brings uncommon depth to a \u003cstrong\u003ePenicillin\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the peat and dark fruit stand up beautifully to honey-ginger syrup. It also anchors a smoky \u003cstrong\u003eRob Roy\u003c\/strong\u003e, replacing standard Scotch with far more complexity, and works in a \u003cstrong\u003eBlood and Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the cherry and chocolate palate echoes the cocktail's sweet vermouth and orange juice components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a peat-loving Scotch enthusiast who appreciates rare Campbeltown whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a mature, sherry-influenced peated malt to a serious whisky collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating a milestone occasion with a spirit that rewards slow, contemplative sipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side comparative tastings with Springbank 18 to explore the same distillery's peated versus unpeated character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Longrow 18 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow 18 leads with rich dark fruit — cherries, dates, blackberry — layered over dark chocolate, coffee, and gingerbread spice, with peat smoke running underneath rather than dominating. The finish is long and saline, closing with roasted coffee and dry smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Longrow 18 compare to Springbank 18?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are 18-year-old single malts from the same Campbeltown distillery and bottled at 46% ABV, but Longrow is double-distilled from heavily peated malt (around 55 ppm phenol), while Springbank 18 uses lightly peated malt and a unique two-and-a-half-times distillation. The result is that Longrow 18 carries a significantly smokier, earthier profile against Springbank 18's more delicate, maritime character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Longrow 18 good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow 18 is ideally suited to neat sipping, with its non-chill-filtered, 46% ABV profile delivering full body and layered complexity without any rough edges. A few drops of water can further reveal fruit sweetness beneath the peat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Longrow 18 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow 18 is produced at Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown, on the Kintyre Peninsula of western Scotland. Springbank is one of only two Scottish distilleries that handles every step of production — from malting barley to bottling — entirely on its own premises.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Longrow 18?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa and coffee notes. Aged cheddar or Gruyère matches the whisky's salty, savory undertones. Smoked salmon mirrors the peat and brine. Dried fruit and nut boards echo the sherry cask influence. Venison or lamb with a berry reduction highlights both the smoke and the dark fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Longrow 18 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is available in the 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Longrow 18 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow 18 positions as a premium-tier single malt, and its limited annual production from a fully traditional, hands-on distillery places it in a scarcity-driven category that appreciates in both quality and collectibility. For drinkers who value Campbeltown character, heavy peat, and extended sherry maturation, it represents strong value relative to comparable aged peated malts from Islay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Longrow 18?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavily peated Scotch matured for 18 years in a tri-cask combination of sherry, bourbon, and Chardonnay wood is exceptionally uncommon. Springbank's insistence on floor-malting, non-chill filtration, and in-house bottling gives every release a handmade authenticity that most modern distilleries simply cannot replicate. Longrow 18 earned a 93\/100 from Whisky Connosr and a 4.5\/5 from The Whiskey Jug — consistent critical recognition that confirms this is among the most accomplished aged peated malts produced in Scotland. 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Produced at Springbank Distillery using floor-malted barley dried over peat for a full 48 hours, Longrow earned Gold for Best Campbeltown Single Malt at the 2013 World Whiskies Awards and carries a Whiskybase community average of 85.52 — a strong endorsement for a no-age-statement expression in a fiercely competitive peated category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 46%  |  Origin: Campbeltown, Scotland  |  NAS (No Age Statement)  |  Distillery: Springbank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringbank Distillery, founded in 1828 and still family-owned by the Mitchell family, is one of only two distilleries in Scotland that controls every stage of production on a single site — from floor malting and kilning to bottling. Longrow represents the distillery's heavily peated line, with barley dried over a peat fire for 48 hours to reach approximately 50 phenol parts per million (PPM), dramatically higher than core Springbank expressions at 8–10 PPM. The spirit is double distilled using a direct-fired copper pot still with traditional worm-tub condensers, then matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. True to Springbank's philosophy, Longrow Peated is non-chill filtered with no added coloring, preserving the full weight and complexity of the distillate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e A salty, maritime smokiness arrives first, followed by leathery peat and wet stone minerality. 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A \u003cstrong\u003eCampbeltown Highball\u003c\/strong\u003e with quality soda water and a lemon twist stretches the salty, smoky character into a refreshing long serve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeat lovers exploring beyond Islay's familiar distilleries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a whisky enthusiast who values traditional production methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside dark chocolate or aged cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a single malt collection that represents Scotland's distinct whisky regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Longrow Peated taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow Peated delivers pronounced peat smoke layered with vanilla custard, wet stone minerality, white pepper, and toasted marshmallow. The overall profile is earthy, salty, and maritime with a creamy mouthfeel and medium peppery finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Longrow Peated compare to Ardbeg 10?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both sit at comparable phenol levels (Longrow at 50 PPM, Ardbeg 10 at approximately 55 PPM), but Longrow's double distillation in a direct-fired still with worm-tub condensers produces a more savory, mineral-driven smoke, while Ardbeg 10 tends toward citrus-tinged coastal peat. Longrow is also non-chill filtered at 46% ABV, giving it a slightly fuller body than Ardbeg 10's 46% bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Longrow Peated good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — the 46% ABV and non-chill filtered presentation deliver full flavor intensity without requiring dilution, though a few drops of water reveal additional vanilla and herbal complexity beneath the smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Longrow Peated made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow Peated is produced at Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown, a small coastal town on Scotland's Kintyre Peninsula that was once home to over 30 distilleries and is now recognized as its own official Scotch whisky region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Longrow Peated?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked salmon or smoked mackerel echo the maritime character naturally. Aged Gouda or Comté cheeses complement the vanilla and caramel undertones. Dark chocolate with sea salt mirrors the salty-sweet finish. Grilled lamb with herbs bridges the whisky's earthy, herbal mid-palate. Charcuterie boards with cured meats and olives match the savory, peppery profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Longrow Peated come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow Peated is commonly available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Longrow Peated worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow Peated positions as a mid-premium single malt, but its traditional floor-malted, direct-fired, non-chill filtered production represents a level of handcraft that most distilleries in this price tier do not match — making it a strong value proposition among heavily peated Scotch whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Longrow Peated?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates Longrow from the crowded field of peated malts is provenance and process. Springbank is one of the last Scottish distilleries to floor-malt its own barley on-site, and the use of a direct-fired still combined with worm-tub condensers imparts a heavier, more savory spirit that industrial steam-heated stills simply cannot replicate. At 50 PPM, the peat level rivals Islay's biggest hitters, yet the Campbeltown terroir — coastal air, mineral water, that particular combination of cask types — gives the smoke a distinct salty, earthy personality. 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As the oldest expression in the Longrow Red series, this 15-year-old stands apart through its four-year finish in fresh Pinot Noir barriques sourced from one of New Zealand's most respected wine regions, with only 9,400 bottles produced worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 51.4%  |  Origin: Campbeltown, Scotland  |  15 Year Age Statement  |  Distillery: Springbank\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLongrow is the heavily peated line produced at the Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown, one of Scotland's smallest and most traditional whisky-producing regions. The spirit is twice distilled using barley peated to 50–55 ppm and matured for 11 years in ex-bourbon barrels before spending a final four years in fresh Pinot Noir barriques from Grant Taylor's Valli vineyards in Central Otago, New Zealand. The use of fresh — rather than refill — wine casks gives the whisky a pronounced winey character that interacts directly with Longrow's signature coastal peat smoke, setting this bottling apart from earlier, younger entries in the Longrow Red range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brine and struck matches open the nose, giving way to lemongrass, tangerine peel, and buttery honey. A steady undercurrent of ashy peat smoke and wood tannin anchors the fruit-forward top notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is oily and sticky, coating the palate with jammy red fruits — predominantly strawberry and plum — layered over black currants and lemon oil. 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Its 15-year age statement, cask-strength ABV, and unique New Zealand Pinot Noir finish place it firmly in the collectible tier of peated Scotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Longrow Red 15?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the oldest expression the Longrow Red series has produced, which alone marks it as a milestone bottling. The decision to source fresh Pinot Noir barriques from Grant Taylor's acclaimed Valli vineyards in Central Otago — rather than generic European wine casks — gives the whisky a specificity of origin rare in Scotch finishing. With only 9,400 bottles released worldwide and Springbank's famously limited production capacity, secondary-market availability tightens quickly. 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The Red series, released annually, finishes Longrow spirit in wine or fortified wine casks to explore the interplay between peat and fruit. This 11-year-old expression spent its first seven years maturing in bourbon casks before transferring to fresh tawny port casks for a further four years. It is bottled at cask strength with no chill filtration, preserving the full weight and texture of the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redcurrants and blackberries arrive first, followed by a distinct red cola sweetness. Underneath, a damp, musty earthiness grounds the fruit notes and signals the peat influence waiting to surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is rich and sweet, with red fruits, honey glaze, and brandy basket notes dominating the early palate. 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The tawny port cask influence gives it a vinous richness uncommon in peated Scotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Longrow Red compare to Longrow Peated?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow Peated NAS is a younger, more straightforward expression focused on raw peat smoke and malty character at a lower ABV. The Red 11 Year adds significant fruit complexity and body from its four-year tawny port cask finish, plus the higher cask strength of 57.5% ABV delivers a more intense and layered drinking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Longrow Red good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — cask-strength bottling at 57.5% ABV means it was designed to be explored neat or with a splash of water. 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Cask-strength bottling, an 11-year age statement, extended finishing in fresh tawny port casks, and World Whiskies Awards recognition all place it firmly in enthusiast territory where it represents strong value relative to comparable limited-edition peated malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Longrow Red?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Red series occupies a unique niche in Scotch whisky — annual limited releases that test how far peat and wine-cask maturation can push each other. This tawny port edition earned \"Best Campbeltown Single Malt\" at the World Whiskies Awards, validating the ambition behind the blend of seven years in bourbon wood and four years in fresh port casks. Springbank's hands-on, floor-malted, non-chill-filtered production philosophy means nothing is lost between cask and glass. 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Released annually in batches of just 3,600 bottles worldwide, this 21-year-old expression stands apart from most aged peated whiskies through its distinctive rum cask maturation — a finishing choice that layers tropical sweetness against decades of deep, meaty smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 46%  |  Origin: Campbeltown, Scotland  |  21 Year Age Statement  |  Distillery: Springbank\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLongrow is the heavily peated expression produced at Springbank Distillery, one of only three remaining distilleries in Campbeltown — a region once home to over 30. Springbank, founded in 1828 and still family-owned by the Mitchell family, is one of Scotland's few distilleries that malts 100% of its own barley on site. For Longrow, the malt is dried over peat for up to 48 hours, creating a far more intensely smoky spirit than the distillery's flagship Springbank line. The whisky is double distilled rather than Springbank's unusual two-and-a-half-times distillation, then matured for a full 21 years before finishing in rum casks. This rum cask influence adds layers of tropical fruit and caramelized sugar that complement rather than mask the peat. Bottled without chill filtration at 46% ABV, this expression retains its full body and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet fruits arrive first — peaches, orange zest, and ripe citrus — before a gentle, earthy peat smoke slowly emerges underneath. 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This limited annual release from the Longrow Red series stands apart through its unusual combination of heavy peat smoke and extended finishing in French Pinot Noir wine casks — a pairing that layers dark fruit complexity over a deeply smoky backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 57.1%  |  Origin: Campbeltown, Scotland  |  Age: 7 Years  |  Distillery: Springbank\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLongrow is one of three distinct single malt lines produced at the Springbank distillery in Campbeltown, Scotland — one of the last surviving distilleries in what was once Scotland's whisky capital. The Longrow range is defined by its heavily peated character, with the barley dried over peat for up to 48 hours before mashing. This expression is double distilled, then matured for four years in bourbon barrels before spending a further three years finishing in French Pinot Noir wine casks. Springbank remains one of the few Scottish distilleries to handle every step of production on-site, from malting through bottling, and releases in the Longrow Red series are produced in limited quantities each year with different wine cask finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with earthy peat smoke and charred oak, giving way to dark berries, red currants, and sour plums. Beneath the fruit, subtle musty notes mingle with hints of vanilla and coal fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate enters sweet and savory simultaneously — smoked ham and cured meats collide with raspberry jam, wine gums, and honey. 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The French Pinot Noir cask finishing adds a tannic, red fruit sweetness that tempers and complicates the smoky core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Longrow Red compare to Laphroaig 10?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are heavily peated single malts, but Laphroaig 10 leans toward iodine, seaweed, and medicinal character at a lower 43% ABV, while Longrow Red brings earthy Campbeltown peat with a pronounced dark fruit and savory dimension from its Pinot Noir cask finish at cask strength (57.1% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Longrow Red good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — this is fundamentally a sipping whisky, designed to be explored neat or with a splash of water to open the wine cask complexity at cask strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Longrow Red made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Longrow Red is produced at the Springbank distillery in Campbeltown, on the Kintyre Peninsula of western Scotland. 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The combination of hand-floor-malted barley, extended wine cask maturation, and small-batch production makes it a strong value within the collectible peated scotch category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Longrow Red?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this expression from the broader peated scotch landscape is its specific maturation path: four years in bourbon wood followed by three full years — not a brief finishing period — in French Pinot Noir casks. That extended secondary maturation allows genuine integration between smoke and fruit rather than a superficial wine veneer. Springbank's commitment to on-site floor malting and 48-hour peat drying gives Longrow a distinctly earthy, Campbeltown-inflected smokiness that reads differently from Islay peat. 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What sets this expression apart is its distinctive double maturation — first in refill bourbon casks, then finished in refill Pinot Noir casks — delivering a rare intersection of intense peat smoke and subtle red-fruit complexity at full cask strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 57.0% (114 Proof)  |  Origin: Campbeltown, Scotland  |  Peated Single Malt, Cask Strength  |  Distillery: Springbank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongrow is one of three distinct single malt brands produced at Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown, founded in 1828 and still family-owned by J\u0026amp;A Mitchell \u0026amp; Co. While Springbank itself is lightly peated and Hazelburn is unpeated, Longrow represents the distillery's heavily peated expression — the barley is dried over a peat fire for a full 48 hours, reaching approximately 50 phenol parts per million (PPM). The spirit is double distilled, then matured for almost four years in refill bourbon casks before spending over two additional years in refill Pinot Noir casks. No chill filtration is applied, and it is bottled at natural cask strength without dilution, preserving every layer of flavor the casks impart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Campfire smoke and damp earth arrive first, followed by a briny sea-salt character and bright lemon peel. Beneath the peat, there are medicinal, almost TCP-like notes alongside hints of redcurrants from the Pinot Noir cask influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bold and smoky, with smoked bacon and mineral-rich peat asserting themselves immediately. At mid-palate the texture softens, revealing earthy, musty peat layered with crème brûlée, vanilla, almonds, raw honey, and cracked black pepper. The Pinot Noir cask finish introduces a subtle berry sweetness that keeps the heavy peat in balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with persistent layers of ash, brine, and dry oak. The smokiness lingers well after each sip, gradually fading into a saline, slightly tannic close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Longrow Cask Strength\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 57% ABV, this whisky rewards a measured approach — start neat in a Glencairn glass, then add a few drops of water to unlock the red-fruit undertones hiding behind the peat wall. The cask strength intensity also makes it a formidable cocktail anchor. A \u003cstrong\u003ePenicillin\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits enormously from the added smoke and body this bottling brings over standard-strength malts. A \u003cstrong\u003eRob Roy\u003c\/strong\u003e takes on a rugged Campbeltown character when built with this Longrow, the Pinot Noir influence harmonizing naturally with sweet vermouth. A \u003cstrong\u003eSmoky Highball\u003c\/strong\u003e — simply topped with quality soda and a lemon twist — allows the brine and citrus notes to shine without losing the peat backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeat lovers seeking a non-Islay alternative with genuine complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a whisky enthusiast who collects Springbank distillery expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing Campbeltown peat character against Islay malts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping sessions where bold, full-proof whisky is the centerpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Longrow Cask Strength taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with intense campfire smoke, smoked bacon, and mineral peat, then transitions into softer notes of crème brûlée, vanilla, honey, and cracked pepper, with a subtle berry undertone from Pinot Noir cask finishing. The finish is long, ashy, and briny with dry oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Longrow Cask Strength compare to Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are heavily peated, non-chill-filtered single malts bottled at full proof, but they diverge sharply in character — Laphroaig 10 CS leans into maritime iodine and medicinal intensity typical of Islay, while Longrow trades that coastal sharpness for a more earthy, oily peat profile enriched by its Pinot Noir cask maturation. The Campbeltown terroir gives Longrow a distinctive minerality that Islay expressions generally don't share.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Longrow Cask Strength good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, its natural cask strength of 57% ABV is robust but not harsh, and a few drops of water open up additional layers of sweetness and fruit that make it an excellent neat-sipping whisky for experienced drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Longrow Cask Strength made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown, on the Kintyre Peninsula in western Scotland. Campbeltown was once home to over 30 distilleries and is recognized as one of Scotland's five official whisky-producing regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Longrow Cask Strength?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked salmon or smoked trout complement the whisky's brine and peat character. Aged Gouda or sharp cheddar stand up to its intensity and echo its nutty, caramelized notes. Dark chocolate with sea salt mirrors the sweet-saline balance. Grilled lamb chops seasoned with rosemary match the earthy smokiness. Charcuterie featuring cured meats like bresaola picks up on the bacon and pepper tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Longrow Cask Strength come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This expression is primarily available in the standard 700ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Longrow Cask Strength worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a premium expression within the Longrow range and the broader peated single malt category, justified by its cask strength bottling, dual-cask maturation including Pinot Noir barrels, and the limited-production nature of Springbank Distillery, which produces all three of its brands in relatively small quantities compared to major distillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Longrow Cask Strength?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringbank Distillery is one of the few remaining Scottish distilleries that handles every step of production on-site — from malting its own barley through to bottling — and its limited annual output makes every release inherently scarce. This cask strength Longrow compounds that scarcity with a production twist rarely seen in heavily peated whisky: a finishing period in Pinot Noir casks that weaves red-fruit depth into an otherwise unapologetically smoky spirit. The result is a whisky that offers the phenolic intensity associated with Islay malts but filtered through Campbeltown's distinctively oily, mineral-rich distillery character. For drinkers seeking peat beyond the Islay playbook, this bottling stands as a compelling and genuinely different option.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Longrow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45817837846697,"sku":"40881","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/LongrowPeatedCaskStrength700ML.webp?v=1747502601"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/longrow.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}