Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Inchgower
£145
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Tormore |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 60.2% |
| Age | 23 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £145 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £145.
For beginners: Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£145 vs £123.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £145)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)