New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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.
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
New Riff
£65
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 68.2% |
| Age | 4 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £65.18 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
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).
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £65 vs £66.
For beginners: New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£65.18 vs £65.84)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −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 4 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £65.18)
Who should buy New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)