Glenburgie 18 Year Old - Ballantine's vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glenburgie 18 Year Old - Ballantine's | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenburgie | Longmorn |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 45% |
| Age | 18 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £115 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenburgie 18 Year Old - Ballantine's
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Glenburgie 18 Year Old - Ballantine's
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenburgie 18 Year Old - Ballantine's is better value at £115 vs £150.
For beginners: Glenburgie 18 Year Old - Ballantine's is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenburgie 18 Year Old - Ballantine's
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£115 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £115)
Who should buy Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 18 Year Old - Ballantine's 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.
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
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old