Tomintoul 33 Year Old vs Caledonian 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 18504) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
Caledonian 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 18504) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caledonian
★ 5.00
£254
| Tomintoul 33 Year Old | Caledonian 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 18504) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Caledonian |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 50.2% |
| Age | 33 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £253.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Caledonian 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 18504) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Caledonian 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 18504) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £254.
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
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £253.95)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 31 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caledonian 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 18504) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£253.95 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 Caledonian?
Caledonian 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 18504) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Only Caledonian 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 18504) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)