Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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.
Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Darkness
★ 5.00
£55
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 68.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is better value at £55 vs £66.
For beginners: Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£54.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
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 £54.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)