Loch Lomond 30 Year Old vs Bowmore 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Loch Lomond 30 Year Old | Bowmore 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Bowmore |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £580 | £402.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 30 Year Old
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Loch Lomond 30 Year Old
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Bowmore 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 25 Year Old is better value at £403 vs £580.
For beginners: Bowmore 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£580 vs £402.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£402.5 vs £580)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Loch Lomond 30 Year Old
Only Bowmore 25 Year Old