Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old

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

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)Longmorn 15 Year Old
DistillerySmögenLongmorn
RegionSpeyside
CountrySwedenScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.3%45%
Age4 yr15 yr
Price£108.32£150
Rating5.00/5

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Longmorn 15 Year Old

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

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011) is better value at £108 vs £150.

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

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£108.32 vs £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 4 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £108.32)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Smögen?

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011) 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

HoneyToasted

Only Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)

SmokeyCooked Fruit

Only Longmorn 15 Year Old

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

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