Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Belgrove Distillery
£122
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£100
| Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Belgrove Distillery | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.1% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £121.88 | £99.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Quick verdict
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is better value at £100 vs £122.
For beginners: Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£121.88 vs £99.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £121.88)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Belgrove?
Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 10 Year Old - 2000s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s