Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (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)Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryTobermoryLinkwood
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%46%
Age8 yr10 yr
Price£65.84£59.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value76/100

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value83/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £60 vs £66.

For beginners: Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.84 vs £59.95)

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£59.95 vs £65.84)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Linkwood?

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitToasted

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

HoneyVanilla

Only Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 202 & 205) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Cooked FruitOily

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