Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018
Glenrothes
★ 5.00
£120
| Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tormore | Glenrothes |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.2% | 46.6% |
| Age | 8 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £123.95 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018
Quick verdict
The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018 is better value at £120 vs £124.
For beginners: The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£123.95 vs £120)
The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £123.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 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 The?
The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018