Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) 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.
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Bunnahabhain
£90
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.3% | 68.2% |
| Age | 29 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
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 0.00).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £90.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £65.84)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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)
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £89.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) 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 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
Only Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)