Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside 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)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
Glen Elgin
£95
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Glen Elgin |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 68.2% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £65.84 | £95.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
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: Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 £95.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£95.25 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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Glen Elgin 2007 / 17 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky