Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask
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
Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask
Retribution Distilling Co.
£78
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Retribution Distilling Co. |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 53.3% |
| Age | 8 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £77.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £78.
For beginners: Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask is more approachable (50/100 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 affordable (£65.84 vs £77.5)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77.5 vs £65.84)
- −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 Retribution?
Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask 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)
Only Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W008) - Bourbon Cask