Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Tomatin
£95
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Millstone Whisky
★ 5.00
£103
| Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Millstone 100 Rye Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Millstone Whisky |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | The Netherlands |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 59% | 50% |
| Age | 16 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £95.26 | £102.82 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Quick verdict
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £95 vs £103.
For beginners: Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£95.26 vs £102.82)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£102.82 vs £95.26)
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Millstone?
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Where to buy
Tomatin 16 Year Old 2002 (batch 19/060) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange