Mortlach 18 Year Old vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 18 Year Old | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Longmorn |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 45% |
| Age | 18 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £169.67 | £150 |
| Rating | 3.21/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £170.
For beginners: Mortlach 18 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£169.67 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (3.2 vs 5.0)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £169.67)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old 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 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 Mortlach 18 Year Old
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old