Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory
£105
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Cardhu
★ 5.00
£84
| Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Cardhu |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 56% |
| Age | 23 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £104.95 | £83.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Quick verdict
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is better value at £84 vs £105.
For beginners: Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£104.95 vs £83.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£83.9 vs £104.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Cardhu?
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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