Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine

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)Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine
DistilleryTobermoryIsle of Raasay
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%60.5%
Age8 yr5 yr
Price£65.84£94.95
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

Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine

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).

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £95.

For beginners: Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine is more approachable (55/100 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 £94.95)
  • +Longer maturation (8 vs 5 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water

Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£94.95 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 Isle?

Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

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

SherriedDried FruitToasted

Only Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine

Fresh FruitCitric

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