Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cambus
★ 5.00
£239
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£155
| Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Tullibardine 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cambus | Tullibardine |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 43% |
| Age | 35 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £239.12 | £155 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 25 Year Old is better value at £155 vs £239.
For beginners: Tullibardine 25 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£239.12 vs £155)
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£155 vs £239.12)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cambus?
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 25 Year Old 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 Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old