Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£234
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | Longmorn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 45% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £234 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
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 £234.
For beginners: Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£234 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 £234)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ballantine's?
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky 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
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Only Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old