Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2 vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2
Glenglassaugh
★ 4.00
£695
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2 | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | Tomatin |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.5% | 46% |
| Age | 42 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £695 | £494.02 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £695.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 36 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£695 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £695)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2 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.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenglassaugh 42 Year Old 1973 (cask 1865) - Rare Cask Release Batch 2
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1