Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Tomatin
★ 4.33
£57
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 58.2% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £56.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £57.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £56.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£56.95 vs £48.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask 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 Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Only Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Where to buy
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange