Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky
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
South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Undisclosed Distillery
£50
| Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamnavulin | Undisclosed Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.8% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £54.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky is better value at £50 vs £55.
For beginners: South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £49.95)
South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £54.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 South?
South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only South Star Speyside Single Malt 2011 / 10 Year Old Speyside Whisky