Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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.
Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Vintage Malt Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£58
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Vintage Malt Whisky Company | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £58 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £58 vs £66.
For beginners: Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£58 vs £65.84)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £58)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laggan?
Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)