Ardmore 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Ardmore
£117
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Ardmore 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Tormore |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 60.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £116.76 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £117 vs £124.
For beginners: Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£116.76 vs £123.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£123.95 vs £116.76)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12984) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)