Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) 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.
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)
Filliers
★ 5.00
£54
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filliers | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Belgium | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 68.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £53.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) is better value at £54 vs £66.
For beginners: Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 £53.95)
Who should buy Goldlys?
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain 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
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Only Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)
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