Tomatin 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 6812) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Yamazaki 1984

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

Tomatin 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 6812) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)Yamazaki 1984
DistilleryTomatinYamazaki
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.4%48%
Age30 yrNAS
Price£663.95£899.95
Rating5.00/5

Tomatin 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 6812) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Yamazaki 1984

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value6/100

Tomatin 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 6812) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki 1984

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 6812) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £664 vs £900.

For beginners: Yamazaki 1984 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Tomatin 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 6812) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£663.95 vs £899.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Yamazaki 1984

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£899.95 vs £663.95)

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 6812) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Yamazaki?

Yamazaki 1984 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodToasted

Only Tomatin 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 6812) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Dried FruitChocolate

Only Yamazaki 1984

VanillaNutty

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