Longmorn 15 Year Old vs The Glenlivet 17 Year Old Josie - Single Cask Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
The Glenlivet 17 Year Old Josie - Single Cask Edition
The Glenlivet
£155
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | The Glenlivet 17 Year Old Josie - Single Cask Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 57.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £150 | £154.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
The Glenlivet 17 Year Old Josie - Single Cask Edition
Longmorn 15 Year Old
The Glenlivet 17 Year Old Josie - Single Cask Edition
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £155.
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 £154.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Glenlivet 17 Year Old Josie - Single Cask Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£154.95 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 The?
The Glenlivet 17 Year Old Josie - Single Cask Edition 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
Only The Glenlivet 17 Year Old Josie - Single Cask Edition