Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1)

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)Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1)
DistilleryTobermoryFiley Bay
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%46%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£65.84£64.94
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1) is better value at £65 vs £66.

For beginners: Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1) is more approachable (65/100 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 £64.94)

Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£64.94 vs £65.84)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 Filey?

Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

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

SherriedHoneyDried FruitToasted

Only Filey Bay Port Finish (Batch 1)

Fresh FruitCooked FruitNew Wood

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