Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 22074039/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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.

Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 22074039/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryAuchroiskTobermory
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.7%68.2%
Age13 yr8 yr
Price£69.95£65.84
Rating5.00/5

Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 22074039/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value76/100

Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 22074039/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 22074039/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 22074039/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.7%) — 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 Auchroisk?

Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 22074039/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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

SherriedDried FruitHoney

Only Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 22074039/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

ChocolateOld Wood

Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

VanillaToasted

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