Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£180
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Ardmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 49.3% |
| Age | 15 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £150 | £179.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £180.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £179.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.95 vs £150)
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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)