The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022

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

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022
DistilleryGlenDronachLoch Lomond
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.2%48.2%
Age22 yr22 yr
Price£210£214.99
Rating5.00/5

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value24/100

Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £215.

For beginners: Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£210 vs £214.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water

Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£214.99 vs £210)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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.

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoney

Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Dried FruitChocolateToasted

Only Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022

Old WoodCooked FruitTobacco

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