Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) 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.
Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£56
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 9 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £56.32 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is better value at £56 vs £66.
For beginners: Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.32 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £56.32)
Who should buy Darach-Ruadh?
Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 Darach-Ruadh II 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 900304) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)