Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Clynelish 18 Year Old 1996 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Clynelish 18 Year Old 1996 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Clynelish
£206
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Clynelish 18 Year Old 1996 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Clynelish |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 54.9% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £150 | £206 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Clynelish 18 Year Old 1996 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Clynelish 18 Year Old 1996 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £206.
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)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £206)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Clynelish 18 Year Old 1996 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£206 vs £150)
- −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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 18 Year Old 1996 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only Clynelish 18 Year Old 1996 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)