Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Longmorn |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.85/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.85).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
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Only Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old