Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits vs Longmorn 15 Year Old

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

Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star SpiritsLongmorn 15 Year Old
DistilleryBruichladdichLongmorn
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.5%45%
Age10 yr15 yr
Price£146.95£150
Rating5.00/5

Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits is better value at £147 vs £150.

For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£146.95 vs £150)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 10 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £146.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Lochindaal?

Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits 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 Lochindaal 10 Year Old 2010 - North Star Spirits

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeatheryOld Wood

Only Longmorn 15 Year Old

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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