Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish 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.
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
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 better value at £66 vs £80.
For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.52 vs £65.84)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £79.52)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clan?
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Both taste of
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)