Longmorn 15 Year Old vs SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 57% |
| Age | 15 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £150 | £119.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
Longmorn 15 Year Old
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985 is better value at £120 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £119.95)
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
Pros
- +More affordable (£119.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — 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 SMWS?
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985 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
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985