New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%) 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.
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
New Riff
★ 4.00
£68
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.4% | 68.2% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £67.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
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 4.00).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £68.
For beginners: New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£67.95 vs £65.84)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 affordable (£65.84 vs £67.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%) 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 New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)