Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)

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)Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)
DistilleryTobermoryBunnahabhain
RegionIslandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%46%
Age8 yr23 yr
Price£65.84£89.95
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

Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)

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).

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £90.

For beginners: Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club) is more approachable (55/100 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 affordable (£65.84 vs £89.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £65.84)
  • 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 Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

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

SherriedHoneyVanillaToasted

Only Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)

SmokeyMedicinal

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