Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 vs Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
DistilleryGlenfiddichLoch Lomond
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%47.8%
Age30 yr29 yr
Price£799£1200
Rating5.00/5

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value6/100

Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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).

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

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)

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.

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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition

Fresh FruitCitricToasted

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