Rock Island 21 Year Old vs Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£100
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Loch Lomond
£120
| Rock Island 21 Year Old | Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46.8% | 48.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £99.62 | £119.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Rock Island 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Island 21 Year Old is better value at £100 vs £120.
For beginners: Rock Island 21 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.9 vs £99.62)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Rock?
Rock Island 21 Year Old suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Rock Island 21 Year Old
Only Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 15008) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange