Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£69
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 24 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £68.66 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £69.
For beginners: Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.66 vs £65.84)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £68.66)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)