Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated)

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)Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated)
DistilleryTobermoryThe Glasgow Distillery Co.
RegionIslandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%56.6%
Age8 yr5 yr
Price£65.84£61.45
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

Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated)

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).

Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated) is better value at £61 vs £66.

For beginners: Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated) 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)
  • +Longer maturation (8 vs 5 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.84 vs £61.45)

Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£61.45 vs £65.84)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
  • 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 Glasgow?

Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

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

SherriedDried FruitToasted

Only Glasgow 1770 Constantia Wine Cask Finish (Unpeated)

Fresh FruitCitricChocolate

Explore more