Longmorn 15 Year Old vs SMWS 39.165 9 Year Old 2009
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | SMWS 39.165 9 Year Old 2009 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 54.4% |
| Age | 15 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £150 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
SMWS 39.165 9 Year Old 2009
Longmorn 15 Year Old
SMWS 39.165 9 Year Old 2009
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS 39.165 9 Year Old 2009 is better value at £110 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 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £110)
SMWS 39.165 9 Year Old 2009
Pros
- +More affordable (£110 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −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 SMWS?
SMWS 39.165 9 Year Old 2009 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
Both taste of
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only SMWS 39.165 9 Year Old 2009