Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49.2%68.2%
Age7 yr8 yr
Price£47.95£65.84
Rating5.00/5

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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 rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £48 vs £66.

For beginners: Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£47.95 vs £65.84)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £47.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Islay?

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Only Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyFresh FruitOily

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

SherriedHoneyDried FruitVanillaToasted

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