Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition
DistilleryLaphroaigLoch Lomond
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%47.8%
Age32 yr29 yr
Price£1500£1200
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

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

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1500.

For beginners: Loch Lomond 29 Year Old 1995 - 152nd Open Royal Troon Limited Edition is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 29 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1200)

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

Pros

  • +More affordable (£1200 vs £1500)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

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

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

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

HoneyVanillaFresh FruitCitricToasted

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