Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
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
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Swell de Spirits
£63
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Swell de Spirits |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | France |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 68.2% | 56.2% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £65.84 | £62.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) is better value at £63 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).
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £62.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£62.5 vs £65.84)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Indiana?
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) 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 Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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