Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 vs Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Four Roses
★ 5.00
£350
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
| Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 | Tomintoul 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Four Roses | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.9% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £350 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £350.
For beginners: Tomintoul 33 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£350 vs £249.95)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £350)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Four?
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 33 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
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