Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1995 Cask 12798 - Cask Strength 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)Clynelish 15 Year Old 1995 Cask 12798 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryTobermoryClynelish
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV68.2%56.6%
Age8 yr15 yr
Price£65.84£59.95
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

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1995 Cask 12798 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1995 Cask 12798 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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).

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1995 Cask 12798 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £60 vs £66.

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

Cons

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1995 Cask 12798 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£59.95 vs £65.84)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
  • +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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1995 Cask 12798 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

SherriedDried Fruit

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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1995 Cask 12798 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

ChocolateOld WoodNutty

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