Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask
Edradour
★ 5.00
£110
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Longmorn |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.9% | 45% |
| Age | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £110 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask is better value at £110 vs £150.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£110 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £110)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ballechin?
Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask 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.
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 Ballechin 14 Year Old 2004 (cask 7) - Straight From The Cask
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old