Meikle Tòir The Sherry One vs Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

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

Meikle Tòir The Sherry OneLoch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)
DistilleryGlenAllachieLoch Lomond
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV48%46%
Age5 yrNAS
Price£43£31.32
Rating5.00/5

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

Smoke64/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) is better value at £31 vs £43.

For beginners: Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£43 vs £31.32)

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£31.32 vs £43)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Meikle?

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

SmokeySherriedCooked FruitToastedDried Fruit

Only Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

FragantVanillaHoneyOilyFresh Fruit

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