Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Oban |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 58% |
| Age | 15 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £150 | £134.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) is better value at £135 vs £150.
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)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £134.95)
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Pros
- +More affordable (£134.95 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Oban?
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) 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
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)