Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) vs The Epicurean Cognac Finish

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

Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)The Epicurean Cognac Finish
DistilleryLongmornThe Epicurean
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV43%48%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£46.95£54.95
Rating5.00/5

Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value91/100

Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Cognac Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) is better value at £47 vs £55.

For beginners: Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £54.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.95 vs £46.95)

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Cognac Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaSherriedHoney

Only Longmorn 13 Year Old 1997 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

ToastedDried Fruit

Only The Epicurean Cognac Finish

FragantFresh Fruit

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