Tomatin 30 Year Old vs Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Tomatin 30 Year Old | Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Four Roses |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 60.1% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £585 | £800 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tomatin 30 Year Old
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Tomatin 30 Year Old
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Quick verdict
Tomatin 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 30 Year Old is better value at £585 vs £800.
For beginners: Tomatin 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£800 vs £585)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 30 Year Old 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 Four?
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tomatin 30 Year Old
Only Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016