Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi vs Longmorn 15 Year Old

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

Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - YobidashiLongmorn 15 Year Old
DistillerySanmi-IttaiLongmorn
RegionSpeyside
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.9%45%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£250£150
Rating5.00/5

Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £250.

For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£250 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 £250)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Sanmi-Ittai?

Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Longmorn 15 Year Old

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

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