Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

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)Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)
DistilleryTobermoryHighland Park
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%56.5%
Age8 yr7 yr
Price£65.84£59.99
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

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

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).

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky) is better value at £60 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 £59.99)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£59.99 vs £65.84)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — 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 Highland?

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky) 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

SherriedHoney

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

Dried FruitVanillaToasted

Only Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

SmokeyFresh Fruit

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