Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Bruichladdich
£149
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 59.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £150 | £149.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £149 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 14 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £149.14)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£149.14 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)