Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s 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.

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970sTobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryTullamore D.E.W.Tobermory
RegionIsland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%68.2%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£96£65.84
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value52/100

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value76/100

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £96.

For beginners: Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£96 vs £65.84)

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£65.84 vs £96)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water

Who should buy Tullamore?

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

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

VanillaToasted

Only Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SherriedHoneyDried Fruit

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