Michael Jackson Blend vs Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Michael Jackson Blend
Berry Bros. & Rudd
★ 5.00
£90
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Loch Lomond
£130
| Michael Jackson Blend | Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Berry Bros. & Rudd | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 24 yr |
| Price | £90.36 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Michael Jackson Blend
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Michael Jackson Blend
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Michael Jackson Blend is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Michael Jackson Blend is better value at £90 vs £130.
For beginners: Michael Jackson Blend is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Michael Jackson Blend
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£90.36 vs £129.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £90.36)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Michael?
Michael Jackson Blend 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.
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Michael Jackson Blend
Only Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)