Imperial 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 2069) (Limited) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Imperial 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 2069) (Limited)
Imperial
£729
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Imperial 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 2069) (Limited) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Imperial | Tomatin |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.3% | 46% |
| Age | 33 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £729 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Imperial 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 2069) (Limited)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Imperial 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 2069) (Limited)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £729.
For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Imperial 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 2069) (Limited)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£729 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £729)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 33 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Imperial?
Imperial 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 2069) (Limited) 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Imperial 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 2069) (Limited)
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1