Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras 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.

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an DorasLoch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023
DistilleryGlenugieLoch Lomond
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.1%43.2%
Age30 yr25 yr
Price£899£1395
Rating5.00/5

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner60/100
Value6/100

Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras is better value at £899 vs £1395.

For beginners: Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£899 vs £1395)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.1%) — may need water

Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1395 vs £899)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Glenugie?

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras 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 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

Both taste of

Old WoodSherriedDried Fruit

Only Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

HoneyLeathery

Only Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023

NuttyVanilla

Where to buy

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1998 Exclusive Cask (cask 22/292-1) - 151st Open Royal Liverpool 2023

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