Loch Lomond 21 Year Old vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond
£190
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Loch Lomond 21 Year Old | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Rosebank |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 61.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £189.9 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is better value at £174 vs £190.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 21 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£189.9 vs £173.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£173.95 vs £189.9)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)