Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Benriach
★ 5.00
£222
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Longmorn |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 45% |
| Age | 30 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £221.97 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £222.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£221.97 vs £150)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £221.97)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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 Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old