Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£450
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 36 yr |
| Price | £450 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £450 vs £494.
For beginners: Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£450 vs £494.02)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£494.02 vs £450)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Where to buy
Bowmore Dawn / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange