Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Smögen |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 57.3% |
| Age | 15 yr | 4 yr |
| Price | £150 | £108.32 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011) is better value at £108 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 4 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £108.32)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£108.32 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — 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 Smögen?
Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011) 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 Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 7/2011)