Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
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 Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
The Lakes Distillery
£150
| Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tormore | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 60.2% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £123.95 | £149.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £150.
For beginners: The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £149.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.99 vs £123.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl