Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

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)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryTobermoryCraigellachie
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%49.9%
Age8 yr12 yr
Price£65.84£65.9
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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

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 £66.

For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (60/100 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 £65.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£65.9 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 Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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

SherriedHoneyDried Fruit

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

VanillaToasted

Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

NuttyOld Wood

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