Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks)
Auchentoshan
£435
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Tomatin |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.6% | 46% |
| Age | 31 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £435 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks) is better value at £435 vs £494.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£435 vs £494.02)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 31 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£494.02 vs £435)
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks) 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 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
Only Auchentoshan 31 Year Old 1991 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.84 (Decadent Drinks)
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1