Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 vs Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryTomatinRosebank
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age36 yr9 yr
Price£494.02£595
Rating5.00/5

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value10/100

Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £595.

For beginners: Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£494.02 vs £595)
  • +Longer maturation (36 vs 9 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£595 vs £494.02)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Rosebank?

Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaOld Wood

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

ChocolateSherriedToasted

Only Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)

Malt Extract

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