Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Athrú Small Batch Release #1

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)Athrú Small Batch Release #1
DistilleryTobermoryHawk's Rock
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV68.2%46%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£65.84£64.03
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

Athrú Small Batch Release #1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Athrú Small Batch Release #1

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).

Athrú Small Batch Release #1 is better value at £64 vs £66.

For beginners: Athrú Small Batch Release #1 is more approachable (65/100 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 £64.03)

Athrú Small Batch Release #1

Pros

  • +More affordable (£64.03 vs £65.84)

Cons

  • 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 Athrú?

Athrú Small Batch Release #1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyVanillaToasted

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

Dried Fruit

Only Athrú Small Batch Release #1

Cooked Fruit

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