Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
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
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Clynelish
£53
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Clynelish |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £52.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £53 vs £66.
For beginners: Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £52.85)
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£52.85 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6399 & 6400) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)