Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Mannochmore
★ 4.25
£175
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Mannochmore |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 54.9% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £150 | £175 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.25/5 |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £175.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £175)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£175 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Mannochmore?
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release) 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
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)