Glenlivet 24 Year Old 1980 (cask 13747) - First Cask vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

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

Glenlivet 24 Year Old 1980 (cask 13747) - First CaskTomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
DistilleryThe GlenlivetTomatin
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age24 yr36 yr
Price£499£494.02
Rating5.00/5

Glenlivet 24 Year Old 1980 (cask 13747) - First Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value10/100

Glenlivet 24 Year Old 1980 (cask 13747) - First Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £499.

For beginners: Glenlivet 24 Year Old 1980 (cask 13747) - First Cask is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glenlivet 24 Year Old 1980 (cask 13747) - First Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£499 vs £494.02)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £499)
  • +Longer maturation (36 vs 24 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenlivet?

Glenlivet 24 Year Old 1980 (cask 13747) - First Cask 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

Old WoodSherried

Only Glenlivet 24 Year Old 1980 (cask 13747) - First Cask

HoneyDried FruitTobacco

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

ChocolateVanillaToasted

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