Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs An Islay Kildalton Distillery 7 Year Old 2007 (cask SE035) - Svenska Eldvatten
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
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 7 Year Old 2007 (cask SE035) - Svenska Eldvatten
Svenska Eldvatten
£109
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | An Islay Kildalton Distillery 7 Year Old 2007 (cask SE035) - Svenska Eldvatten | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Svenska Eldvatten |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 56.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £109.27 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 7 Year Old 2007 (cask SE035) - Svenska Eldvatten
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 7 Year Old 2007 (cask SE035) - Svenska Eldvatten
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 £109.
For beginners: Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (40/100 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 £109.27)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 7 Year Old 2007 (cask SE035) - Svenska Eldvatten
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.27 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 An?
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 7 Year Old 2007 (cask SE035) - Svenska Eldvatten 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.
Tasting notes
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only An Islay Kildalton Distillery 7 Year Old 2007 (cask SE035) - Svenska Eldvatten