Tamdhu 18 Year Old - Pre 2011 vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Tamdhu 18 Year Old - Pre 2011 | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamdhu | Longmorn |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 45% |
| Age | 18 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tamdhu 18 Year Old - Pre 2011
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Tamdhu 18 Year Old - Pre 2011
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Tamdhu 18 Year Old - Pre 2011 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tamdhu 18 Year Old - Pre 2011
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 18 Year Old - Pre 2011 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
Both taste of
Only Tamdhu 18 Year Old - Pre 2011
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old