Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Kilkerran
★ 4.33
£65
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Kilkerran |
| Region | Island | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 55.7% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%) is better value at £65 vs £66.
For beginners: Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
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 £65)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£65 vs £65.84)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)