Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£68
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£55
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 49.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £68.12 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £68.
For beginners: Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.12 vs £54.95)
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£54.95 vs £68.12)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Only Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange