Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice
St. Magdalene
★ 5.00
£125
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | St. Magdalene | Longmorn |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.3% | 45% |
| Age | 28 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £125.45 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£125.45 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £125.45)
Who should buy Linlithgow?
Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice 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 Linlithgow 28 Year Old 1982 (cask 2206) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old