Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) vs Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

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

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
DistilleryLoch LomondGlenAllachie
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV46%48%
AgeNAS5 yr
Price£31.32£43
Rating5.00/5

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

Smoke64/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) is better value at £31 vs £43.

For beginners: Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£31.32 vs £43)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£43 vs £31.32)

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling) 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 Meikle?

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Loch Lomond Single Grain (old bottling)

FragantVanillaHoneyOilyFresh Fruit

Only Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

SmokeySherriedCooked FruitToastedDried Fruit

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