Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Wire Works Single Malt (First Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Longmorn 15 Year OldWire Works Single Malt (First Release)
DistilleryLongmornWhite Peak Distillery
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45%50.3%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£150£150
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Wire Works Single Malt (First Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value33/100

Longmorn 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Wire Works Single Malt (First Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Wire Works Single Malt (First Release) is better value at £150 vs £150.

For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Wire Works Single Malt (First Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (50.3%) — may need water

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 Wire?

Wire Works Single Malt (First Release) 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

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

Only Longmorn 15 Year Old

Honey

Only Wire Works Single Malt (First Release)

Smokey

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