Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) vs J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Loch Lomond
£45
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
J.G Thomson & Co.
★ 5.00
£40
| Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) | J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | J.G Thomson & Co. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.5 | £39.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is better value at £40 vs £45.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £39.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£39.9 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) 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 J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Only J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Where to buy
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange