Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's vs The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

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

Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton'sThe Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
DistilleryLoch LomondThe Gauldrons
RegionHighlandCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.5%50%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£87.95£59.5
Rating5.00/5

Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's

Smoke63/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value84/100

Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is better value at £60 vs £88.

For beginners: The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£87.95 vs £59.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£59.5 vs £87.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy The?

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's

MedicinalCoal-gasRubbery

Only The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SherriedChocolateDried FruitToasted

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