Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask 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.
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Ardmore
£82
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 68.2% |
| Age | 14 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £81.61 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
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).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £82.
For beginners: Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£81.61 vs £65.84)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £81.61)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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.
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 Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)