Cotswolds Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky (60.4%) 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.

Cotswolds Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky (60.4%)Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryCotswoldsTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV60.4%68.2%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£62.14£65.84
Rating4.50/55.00/5

Cotswolds Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky (60.4%)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner25/100
Value72/100

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value76/100

Cotswolds Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky (60.4%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Cotswolds Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky (60.4%) is better value at £62 vs £66.

For beginners: Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Cotswolds Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky (60.4%)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£62.14 vs £65.84)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.84 vs £62.14)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Cotswolds?

Cotswolds Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky (60.4%) 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 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

Toasted

Only Cotswolds Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky (60.4%)

SmokeyFresh FruitMedicinalOily

Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SherriedHoneyDried FruitVanilla

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