Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 vs Fettercairn 40 Year Old 43.3%
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | Fettercairn 40 Year Old 43.3% | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Fettercairn |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43.3% |
| Age | 36 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £494.02 | £822.79 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Fettercairn 40 Year Old 43.3%
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Fettercairn 40 Year Old 43.3%
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 £823.
For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 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 £822.79)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Fettercairn 40 Year Old 43.3%
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 36 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£822.79 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 Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 40 Year Old 43.3% suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Only Fettercairn 40 Year Old 43.3%