Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Ardmore
★ 4.00
£64
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | 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 | 52.4% | 68.2% |
| Age | 7 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £63.76 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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 4.00).
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £64 vs £66.
For beginners: Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£63.76 vs £65.84)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £63.76)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)