Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Sauternes cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Longmorn 15 Year OldPort Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Sauternes cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryLongmornBruichladdich
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45%55.3%
Age15 yr13 yr
Price£150£183.95
Rating5.00/5

Longmorn 15 Year Old

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

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Sauternes cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Longmorn 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Sauternes cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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 £184.

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

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£150 vs £183.95)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Sauternes cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£183.95 vs £150)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Port?

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Sauternes cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Longmorn 15 Year Old

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

Only Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Sauternes cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SherriedSmokeyCooked FruitMedicinal

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