Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 347) - Port Pipe Cask vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 347) - Port Pipe Cask
Ballechin
£188
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 347) - Port Pipe Cask | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballechin | Longmorn |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 45% |
| Age | 20 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £187.57 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 347) - Port Pipe Cask
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 347) - Port Pipe Cask
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £188.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 347) - Port Pipe Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£187.57 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £187.57)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ballechin?
Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 347) - Port Pipe 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 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 347) - Port Pipe Cask
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old