Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
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
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
Suntory
★ 3.21
£59
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Suntory |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 68.2% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £65.84 | £59.33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.21/5 |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label is better value at £59 vs £66.
For beginners: Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label is more approachable (75/100 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £59.33)
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£59.33 vs £65.84)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.2 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 Suntory?
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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