Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona vs Longmorn 15 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Athrú 14 Year Old AnnacoonaLongmorn 15 Year Old
DistilleryHawk's RockLongmorn
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%45%
Age14 yr15 yr
Price£129.9£150
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner70/100
Value38/100

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona is better value at £130 vs £150.

For beginners: Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£129.9 vs £150)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £129.9)

Who should buy Athrú?

Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona

SherriedDried FruitChocolateOld Wood

Only Longmorn 15 Year Old

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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