Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Oban | Longmorn |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 45% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £134.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) is better value at £135 vs £150.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Pros
- +More affordable (£134.95 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £134.95)
Who should buy Oban?
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) 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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 15 Year Old 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 Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old