Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Springbank 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Springbank 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 46% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £150 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.40/5 |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Springbank 18 Year Old
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Springbank 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).
Springbank 18 Year Old 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 Springbank?
Springbank 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old
Only Springbank 18 Year Old
Where to buy
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Springbank 18 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange