This cask strength, single cask Loch Lomond was bottled exclusively for The Whisky Exchange.
Loch Lomond 13 year single cask was tasted at Meeting No. 97 on April 29, 2021. Out of 5, we rated it very highly at 3.68, though we had some disagreement among member ratings. Loch Lomond 13 year single cask ranks 6th overall in Scotch. Costing $110, this spirit is on the pricier side, but well worth the money.
Reviewers describe this high-proof single malt as an intense, fiery pour featuring deep dark fruits, cinnamon apples, vanilla, and pungent citrus alongside funky smoke, campfire peat, and menthol. The mouthfeel delivers considerable youthful heat that lingers long on the tongue, culminating in a spicy cinnamon punch. While one reviewer strongly disliked it, most enjoyed the bold profile, noting that water or ice helps tame the burn and unlock the spirit's rich flavors.
AI-generated summary of member tasting notes.
Menthol meets peat. Sea breeze and campfire with a cinnamon / hot sauce punch in the mouth to finish.
Wonderful rich nose of deep dark fruits. Cinnamon apples like the snacks in my kids lunch.
A lot of heat up front with the high ABV. Almost drowns out the flavor. Much better with some ice. Very interesting after taste. Long on the tongue with lots of up front heat and sweetness. Much, much better with some water/ice