Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu
Shinshu
★ 5.00
£125
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Shinshu |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 52% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu
Quick verdict
Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £125)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£125 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — 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 Mars?
Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu 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 Mars Komagatake Kohiganzakura - Nature of Shinshu