Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted 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.
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£60
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 68.2% |
| Age | 14 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted is better value at £60 vs £66.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £59.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted 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
Only Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)