Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) 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.
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Invergordon
★ 3.00
£56
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 68.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £55.65 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) is better value at £56 vs £66.
For beginners: Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£55.65 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £55.65)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Both taste of
Only Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)