Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Spirit of Hven
£91
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spirit of Hven | Tormore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 60.2% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £90.95 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth is better value at £91 vs £124.
For beginners: Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£90.95 vs £123.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£123.95 vs £90.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Spirit?
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth 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 Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Only Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)