Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls 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.
Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls
Williamson
£70
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Williamson | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £69.5 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls
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 0.00).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £70.
For beginners: Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.5 vs £65.84)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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)
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £69.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Williamson?
Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
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
Only Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)