Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£97
| Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tormore | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.2% | 62.3% |
| Age | 8 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £123.95 | £96.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is better value at £97 vs £124.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£123.95 vs £96.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£96.95 vs £123.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh