Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2000 (cask 36.117) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2000 (cask 36.117) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Benrinnes
£199
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2000 (cask 36.117) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Benrinnes |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 62.4% |
| Age | 15 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2000 (cask 36.117) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2000 (cask 36.117) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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: 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 £199)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2000 (cask 36.117) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2000 (cask 36.117) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old