Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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.

Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryInchDairnieTobermory
RegionLowlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV59.8%68.2%
Age4 yr8 yr
Price£56.5£65.84
Rating5.00/5

Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

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

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

Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

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).

Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is better value at £57 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).

Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£56.5 vs £65.84)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.8%) — 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)
  • +Longer maturation (8 vs 4 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.84 vs £56.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Finglassie?

Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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

Toasted

Only Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

SmokeyFresh FruitNew Wood

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

SherriedHoneyDried FruitVanilla

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