Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£61
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 68.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £60.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £61 vs £66.
For beginners: Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£60.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £60.95)
Who should buy Probably?
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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
Both taste of
Only Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)