Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Loch Lomond
£1200
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Laphroaig |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 46.6% |
| Age | 29 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1500.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Pros
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 29 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1200)
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)