Tomintoul 33 Year Old vs Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Tomintoul 33 Year Old | Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Burnside |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50.9% |
| Age | 33 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £250.
For beginners: Tomintoul 33 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £250)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £249.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 33 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Burnside?
Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn 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 Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Only Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn