Glen Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky 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.
Glen Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Garioch
★ 5.00
£103
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Glen Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 68.2% |
| Age | 18 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £102.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Glen Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £103.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£102.95 vs £65.84)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £102.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Garioch 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)