Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Longmorn 15 Year OldEagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
DistilleryLongmornEagle Rare
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV45%50.5%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£150£150
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Longmorn 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £150 vs £150.

For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water

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 (2022 Release) 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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Longmorn 15 Year Old

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

New WoodChocolate

Where to buy

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

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