Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Tobermory
★ 4.75
£42
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
| Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Glenturret |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 9 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £41.95 | £48.42 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £42 vs £48.
For beginners: Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.95 vs £48.42)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.42 vs £41.95)
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 The?
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) 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
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