Name: Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Brand: Loch Lomond
Price: 129.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is characterised by Toasted, Malt Extract, Vanilla, Old Wood notes. This single grain from Loch Lomond was distilled in November 1995 and aged for 24 years in a bourbon cask before bottling in 2020, yielding just 258 bottles. A rare cask-strength release from The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.'s Cooper's Choice series.

Question 2

Is Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) has some sweetness (57/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) costs £129.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51% ABV, Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)?

Accepted Answer

Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) similar to The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) and The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 costs £95 vs £129.95 for Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.).

Question 11

Is Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) similar to Michael Jackson Blend?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) and Michael Jackson Blend share a similar flavour profile (Toasted, Malt Extract, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Michael Jackson Blend costs £90.36 vs £129.95 for Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.).

Question 12

How does Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) compare to MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)?

Accepted Answer

Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) and MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 31865) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is complex and layered, while MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is known for Smokey, Sherried, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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