Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Mortlach 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Mortlach 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 43.4% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £150 | £169.67 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.21/5 |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £170.
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 £169.67)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£169.67 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (3.2 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 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 Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only Mortlach 18 Year Old