Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 319B) - Bedford Park

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)Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 319B) - Bedford Park
DistilleryTobermoryBen Nevis
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%58.7%
Age8 yr7 yr
Price£65.84£62.95
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

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 319B) - Bedford Park

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 319B) - Bedford Park

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).

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 319B) - Bedford Park 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)
  • +Longer maturation (8 vs 7 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.84 vs £62.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 319B) - Bedford Park

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£62.95 vs £65.84)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — 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 Ben?

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 319B) - Bedford Park 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

Sherried

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

HoneyDried FruitVanillaToasted

Only Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 319B) - Bedford Park

SmokeyLeatheryOld Wood

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