Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Tomintoul
★ 3.50
£90
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £90.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.50/5 |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish is better value at £90 vs £93.
For beginners: Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£92.95 vs £90.25)
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£90.25 vs £92.95)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish 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.
Tasting notes
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish