Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) vs Longmorn 2002 / 17 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
Longmorn 2002 / 17 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Longmorn
£135
| Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | Longmorn 2002 / 17 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Longmorn |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.3% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £112.5 | £135 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Longmorn 2002 / 17 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Longmorn 2002 / 17 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £135.
For beginners: Longmorn 2002 / 17 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Longmorn 2002 / 17 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£135 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 2002 / 17 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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