Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Croftengea 8 Year Old 2016 (cask 5/2016) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
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
Croftengea 8 Year Old 2016 (cask 5/2016) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Loch Lomond
£64
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Croftengea 8 Year Old 2016 (cask 5/2016) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 57.9% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £63.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Croftengea 8 Year Old 2016 (cask 5/2016) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Croftengea 8 Year Old 2016 (cask 5/2016) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Croftengea 8 Year Old 2016 (cask 5/2016) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £64 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £63.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Croftengea 8 Year Old 2016 (cask 5/2016) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£63.5 vs £65.84)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — 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 Croftengea?
Croftengea 8 Year Old 2016 (cask 5/2016) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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