Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Circumstance
£52
| Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamnavulin | Circumstance |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Wheat |
| ABV | 54.8% | 51.1% |
| Age | 13 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £51.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £52 vs £55.
For beginners: Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 3 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £51.95)
Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£51.95 vs £54.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 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 Circumstance?
Circumstance 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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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