Loch Lomond 14 Year Old vs Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Loch Lomond 14 Year Old
Loch Lomond
★ 4.17
£52

Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Culper Bros
★ 5.00
£61
| Loch Lomond 14 Year Old | Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Culper Bros |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £51.95 | £60.94 |
| Rating | 4.17/5 | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 14 Year Old
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Loch Lomond 14 Year Old
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.17).
Loch Lomond 14 Year Old is better value at £52 vs £61.
For beginners: Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 14 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£51.95 vs £60.94)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£60.94 vs £51.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 14 Year Old 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 Culper?
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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
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Only Loch Lomond 14 Year Old
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Where to buy
Loch Lomond 14 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange