Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) 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.
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Murray McDavid
£58
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 68.2% |
| Age | 7 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £57.5 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
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).
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) is better value at £58 vs £66.
For beginners: Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£57.5 vs £65.84)
Cons
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 7 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £57.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Peatside?
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) 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
Only Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)