Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2014 Kentucky Whisky vs Tomatin 30 Year Old

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

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2014 Kentucky WhiskyTomatin 30 Year Old
DistilleryFour RosesTomatin
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£750£585
Rating5.00/5

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2014 Kentucky Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Tomatin 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner75/100
Value9/100

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2014 Kentucky Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 30 Year Old is better value at £585 vs £750.

For beginners: Tomatin 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2014 Kentucky Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£750 vs £585)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tomatin 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Four?

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2014 Kentucky Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 30 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2014 Kentucky Whisky

ToastedCooked Fruit

Only Tomatin 30 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried Fruit

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