Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box)
Nikka
£799
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £799 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £799.
For beginners: Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £799)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Nikka?
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Presentation Box)
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1