Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 3.82
£57
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullamore D.E.W. | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 68.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £57.33 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 3.82/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.82).
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve is better value at £57 vs £66.
For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£57.33 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £57.33)
Who should buy Tullamore?
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)