Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela vs Tobermory 22 Year Old 1994 (cask A394) -The Single Cask

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - AdelaTobermory 22 Year Old 1994 (cask A394) -The Single Cask
DistilleryBladnochTobermory
RegionLowlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.7%59.1%
Age15 yr22 yr
Price£120£114.95
Rating5.00/5

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner70/100
Value42/100

Tobermory 22 Year Old 1994 (cask A394) -The Single Cask

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 22 Year Old 1994 (cask A394) -The Single Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tobermory 22 Year Old 1994 (cask A394) -The Single Cask is better value at £115 vs £120.

For beginners: Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 vs £114.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Tobermory 22 Year Old 1994 (cask A394) -The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£114.95 vs £120)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Tobermory?

Tobermory 22 Year Old 1994 (cask A394) -The Single Cask 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

Old Wood

Only Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

SherriedHoneyDried FruitVanilla

Only Tobermory 22 Year Old 1994 (cask A394) -The Single Cask

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

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