Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Bowmore
£147
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Tormore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 60.2% |
| Age | 19 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £146.95 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £147.
For beginners: Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£146.95 vs £123.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £146.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Only Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Bowmore 19 Year Old Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange