Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Caol Ila
£199
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Longmorn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 64.2% | 45% |
| Age | 8 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
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 £199.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (64.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 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 £199)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) 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
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Only Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
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