Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Benriach
£114
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 48.7% |
| Age | 15 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £150 | £113.8 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £114 vs £150.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £113.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£113.8 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 15 years)
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 Benriach?
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish