Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory) 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.
Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)
GlenAllachie
★ 5.00
£65
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 68.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £64.78 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory) is better value at £65 vs £66.
For beginners: Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£64.78 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £64.78)
Who should buy Glenallachie?
Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Only Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)