Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Bruichladdich
★ 4.00
£186
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 61% |
| Age | 15 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £150 | £185.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £186.
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 £185.99)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£185.99 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Octomore?
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley 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 Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley