Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Caol Ila
£199
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 64.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
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)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (64.2%) — 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) 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 Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)