SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Longmorn |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.5% | 45% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £154.55 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
Longmorn 15 Year Old
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £155.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£154.55 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £154.55)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy SMWS?
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 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 SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old