Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated vs Stauning HØST

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

Loch Lomond Grainstorm PeatedStauning HØST
DistilleryLoch LomondStauning
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandDenmark
TypeGrainBlended
ABV46%40.5%
AgeNASNAS
Price£33£41.5
Rating4.12/55.00/5

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

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

Stauning HØST

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning HØST

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Stauning HØST is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.12).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated is better value at £33 vs £42.

For beginners: Stauning HØST is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£33 vs £41.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)

Stauning HØST

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.5 vs £33)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated 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 Stauning?

Stauning HØST 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

Fresh FruitToasted

Only Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

SmokeyVanillaOily

Only Stauning HØST

New WoodVegetativeCooked Fruit

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