Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
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
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£63
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 47.5% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £63 vs £66.
For beginners: Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £62.95)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£62.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)