Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£220
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Longmorn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 45% |
| Age | 17 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £219.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £220.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£219.95 vs £150)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £219.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single 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 Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old