The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) 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.
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Ian Macleod
★ 4.00
£70
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ian Macleod | Tobermory |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 68.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £70.45 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
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).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £70.
For beginners: The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£70.45 vs £65.84)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £70.45)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) 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 The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)