Tomintoul 33 Year Old vs Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Four Roses
★ 5.00
£350
| Tomintoul 33 Year Old | Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Four Roses |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 53.9% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Quick verdict
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
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £350)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£350 vs £249.95)
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 Four?
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 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 Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017