Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits) 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.
Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£50
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 68.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
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).
Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits) is better value at £50 vs £66.
For beginners: Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £49.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits) 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.
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 Secret Islay 12 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)