Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Loch Lomond
£65
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Cardhu
★ 5.00
£84
| Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Cardhu |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 56% |
| Age | 5 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £83.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Quick verdict
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 £84.
For beginners: Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 £83.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£83.9 vs £64.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Cardhu?
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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
Only Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Only Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Where to buy
Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange