Flaming Pig Black Cask vs Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Flaming Pig
★ 5.00
£40
Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Tomatin
£50
| Flaming Pig Black Cask | Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Flaming Pig | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £40.24 | £50.35 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Flaming Pig Black Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Flaming Pig Black Cask is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.35 vs £40.24)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Flaming?
Flaming Pig Black Cask is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) 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 Flaming Pig Black Cask
Only Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 900016) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange