Longmorn 15 Year Old vs North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£200
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | North of Scotland |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 45% | 41% |
| Age | 15 yr | 46 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £200.
For beginners: North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (46 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £150)
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 North?
North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt)