Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

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

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV45.8%58.2%
Age30 yr5 yr
Price£79.95£64.95
Rating5.00/5

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value63/100

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is better value at £65 vs £80.

For beginners: Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £64.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£64.95 vs £79.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Blended?

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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

Toasted

Only Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodHoneyVanilla

Only Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

Where to buy

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

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