J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt vs Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
J.G Thomson & Co.
★ 5.00
£40

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)
Loch Lomond
£31
| J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt | Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | J.G Thomson & Co. | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £39.9 | £31.32 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) is better value at £31 vs £40.
For beginners: J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.9 vs £31.32)
Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.32 vs £39.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Only Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)