Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105083) - (Signatory) vs Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105083) - (Signatory)Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryLongmornMaster of Malt
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV43%45%
Age17 yr3 yr
Price£42.34£29.95
Rating5.00/5

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105083) - (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105083) - (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £42.

For beginners: Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105083) - (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105083) - (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 3 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.34 vs £29.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £42.34)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105083) - (Signatory) 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 Indiana?

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105083) - (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

HoneyMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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