Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£47
| Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Speyburn |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 49.5% |
| Age | 9 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £41.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 £47.
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 £46.95)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 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 Speyburn?
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)