Loch Lomond 12 Year Old vs The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

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

Loch Lomond 12 Year OldThe Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
DistilleryLoch LomondSliabh Liag
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£41.9£37.95
Rating3.84/55.00/5

Loch Lomond 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value92/100

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Loch Lomond 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.84).

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £42.

For beginners: Loch Lomond 12 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.9 vs £37.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £41.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond 12 Year Old 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 The?

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaFresh Fruit

Only Loch Lomond 12 Year Old

HoneyMalt Extract

Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeyToasted

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