Tomintoul 33 Year Old vs Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Clynelish
£237
| Tomintoul 33 Year Old | Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Clynelish |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 49.5% |
| Age | 33 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £237 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) is better value at £237 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)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 27 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £237)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£237 vs £249.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) 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 Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)