Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£120
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Longmorn |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange