Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits
Bruichladdich
£147
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 53.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £150 | £146.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits is better value at £147 vs £150.
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)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £146.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£146.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Lochindaal?
Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits 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.
Tasting notes
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits