Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory vs Jack Daniel’s Bonded

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

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - SignatoryJack Daniel’s Bonded
DistilleryLongmornJack Daniel's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltTennessee
ABV43%50%
Age17 yrNAS
Price£42.34£40.2
Rating5.00/5

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel’s Bonded

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jack Daniel’s Bonded

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel’s Bonded is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jack Daniel’s Bonded is better value at £40 vs £42.

For beginners: Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.34 vs £40.2)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jack Daniel’s Bonded

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel’s Bonded is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory

SherriedDried FruitChocolateOld Wood

Only Jack Daniel’s Bonded

VanillaTobaccoOilyHoney

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