Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Ardmore
★ 4.00
£64
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Ardmore |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 52.4% |
| Age | 8 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £63.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 7 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £63.76)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£63.76 vs £65.84)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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)
Only Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 1914863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)