Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Sanmi-Ittai |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 56.9% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £250.
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 £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £150)
- −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 Sanmi-Ittai?
Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi 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 Sanmi-Ittai Single Cask #55009 - Yobidashi