Longmorn 15 Year Old vs Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 15 Year Old | Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Douglas Laing |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 51.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £150 | £118.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing) is better value at £118 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 £118.43)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£118.43 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — 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 Yula?
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing) 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 Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)