Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Longmorn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £131.5 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) is better value at £132 vs £150.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£131.5 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — 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 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £131.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) 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
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange