Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

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

Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryDeanstonTobermory
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.8%68.2%
Age11 yr8 yr
Price£60£65.84
Rating5.00/5

Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

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).

Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £60 vs £66.

For beginners: Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£60 vs £65.84)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £60)

Who should buy Deanston?

Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) 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 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Deanston 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 116) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

Cooked FruitLeatheryOld Wood

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

HoneyDried FruitVanillaToasted

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