Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1987
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1987 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1987
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1987
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1987 is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1987 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1987
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
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 Famous?
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1987 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old