Yamazaki 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
Yamazaki
£199
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Yamazaki 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Longmorn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Yamazaki 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Yamazaki 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
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 £199.
For beginners: Yamazaki 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 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 £199)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition 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
Both taste of
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old