Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bowmore
£73
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 68.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £73.
For beginners: Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £65.84)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £72.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)