Loch Lomond 47 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release

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

Loch Lomond 47 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyBladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
DistilleryLoch LomondBladnoch
RegionLowland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%41.2%
AgeNAS29 yr
Price£5750£4995
Rating5.00/5

Loch Lomond 47 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value1/100

Loch Lomond 47 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is better value at £4995 vs £5750.

For beginners: Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond 47 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£5750 vs £4995)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release

Pros

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

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond 47 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld Wood

Only Loch Lomond 47 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Dried FruitNuttyVanilla

Only Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release

Cooked FruitHoneyChocolate

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