Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition vs Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
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
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£799
| Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition | Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 43% |
| Age | 29 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £799 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is better value at £799 vs £1200.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £799)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
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 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 Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 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
Only Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Only Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Where to buy
Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange