Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 vs Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (cask 2110) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask

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

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (cask 2110) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask
DistilleryTomatinEdradour
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%55.1%
Age36 yr30 yr
Price£494.02£764.95
Rating5.00/5

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

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

Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (cask 2110) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (cask 2110) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask

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 £765.

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 £764.95)
  • +Longer maturation (36 vs 30 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (cask 2110) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£764.95 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 Edradour?

Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (cask 2110) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask 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

VanillaSherriedToasted

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

ChocolateOld Wood

Only Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (cask 2110) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask

Cooked FruitHoney

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