Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Tomatin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Tomatin
£72
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Tomatin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 52.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £72.42 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £72.
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 £72.42)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.42 vs £48.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Tomatin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 5190) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange