Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask vs Foursquare Fidelitas 20 Year Old Single Blended Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£224
Foursquare Fidelitas 20 Year Old Single Blended Rum
Foursquare
£350
| Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask | Foursquare Fidelitas 20 Year Old Single Blended Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Foursquare |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 53.9% | 40% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £223.7 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Foursquare Fidelitas 20 Year Old Single Blended Rum
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Foursquare Fidelitas 20 Year Old Single Blended Rum
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is better value at £224 vs £350.
For beginners: Foursquare Fidelitas 20 Year Old Single Blended Rum is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£223.7 vs £350)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
Foursquare Fidelitas 20 Year Old Single Blended Rum
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £223.7)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask 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 Foursquare?
Foursquare Fidelitas 20 Year Old Single Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask