Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) 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 Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia
£68
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Tobermory |
| Region | Campbeltown | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 17 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £68.37 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
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 rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £68.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.37 vs £65.84)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £68.37)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
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 Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)