Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)Longmorn 15 Year Old
DistilleryBruichladdichLongmorn
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV59.2%45%
Age14 yr15 yr
Price£149.14£150
Rating5.00/5

Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £149 vs £150.

For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£149.14 vs £150)

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £149.14)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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

Both taste of

Malt ExtractFresh FruitVanillaToasted

Only Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)

Smokey

Only Longmorn 15 Year Old

Honey

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