Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
DistilleryLongmornThe Epicurean
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV40%58.6%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£37.59£47.89
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £38 vs £48.

For beginners: Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£37.59 vs £47.89)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.89 vs £37.59)

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedChocolateToasted

Only Longmorn 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)

Dried Fruit

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smokey

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