Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
DistilleryTomatinGlen Scotia
RegionHighlandCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.4%54.9%
Age22 yr8 yr
Price£84.87£69.95
Rating5.00/5

Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value71/100

Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is better value at £70 vs £85.

For beginners: Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.87 vs £69.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£69.95 vs £84.87)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.9%) — may need water

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Malt ExtractToastedNutty

Only Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Where to buy

Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

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