Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release)
DistilleryTormoreBladnoch
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV60.2%46.7%
Age8 yr14 yr
Price£123.95£101
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value40/100

Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner55/100
Value50/100

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £101 vs £124.

For beginners: Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (55/100 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 £101)

Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£101 vs £123.95)
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Malt ExtractVanillaOld WoodToasted

Only Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2022 Release)

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitChocolateHoney

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