Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) vs Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023
Loch Lomond
£1395
| Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 43.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £1499 | £1395 |
| Rating | 4.20/5 | — |
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023 is better value at £1395 vs £1499.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1499 vs £1395)
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023
Pros
- +More affordable (£1395 vs £1499)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) 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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Only Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023