Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) 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.
Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£70
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.1% | 68.2% |
| Age | 16 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £69.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £70.
For beginners: Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 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 £69.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) 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 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 Secret Speyside 16 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)