Hanyu 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 9305 vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hanyu 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 9305 | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hanyu | Longmorn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 45% |
| Age | 19 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £107.45 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hanyu 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 9305
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Hanyu 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 9305
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hanyu 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 9305 is better value at £107 vs £150.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hanyu 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 9305
Pros
- +More affordable (£107.45 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £107.45)
Who should buy Hanyu?
Hanyu 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 9305 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 Hanyu 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 9305
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old