Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition 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.
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
Clynelish
★ 4.00
£60
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 14 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £60.4 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
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).
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition is better value at £60 vs £66.
For beginners: Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
Pros
- +More affordable (£60.4 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £60.4)
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
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