Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated vs The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Loch Lomond Grainstorm PeatedThe Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryLoch LomondSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£33£38
Rating4.12/55.00/5

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

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

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.12).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated is better value at £33 vs £38.

For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£33 vs £38)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£38 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 The?

The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Only Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

SmokeyVanillaFresh FruitToastedOily

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoneyNutty

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