Tomintoul 33 Year Old vs Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
Strathisla
£350
| Tomintoul 33 Year Old | Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Strathisla |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 33 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £350.
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 £350)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Only Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask