Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

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

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)
DistilleryLoch LomondPenderyn
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandWales
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV52.4%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£41.95£54.9
Rating1.00/55.00/5

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value24/100

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £42 vs £55.

For beginners: Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £54.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (1.0 vs 5.0)

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.9 vs £41.95)

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Penderyn?

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitCitricNutty

Only Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

HoneyMalt Extract

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