Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£180
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Longmorn |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.3% | 45% |
| Age | 19 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
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).
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)
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
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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardmore 19 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old