Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 45% | 45% |
| Age | 15 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £150 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release) is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £124.95)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release) 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 Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)