Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
DistilleryDrinks by the DramTomatin
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46.9%46%
AgeNAS36 yr
Price£799.95£494.02
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner55/100
Value6/100

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value10/100

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £800.

For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£799.95 vs £494.02)

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£494.02 vs £799.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Old?

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodSherriedVanillaToasted

Only Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Dried Fruit

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Chocolate

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