Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) vs Tomatin 14 Year Old Miniature / Tawny Port Finish Highland Whisky

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

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)Tomatin 14 Year Old Miniature / Tawny Port Finish Highland Whisky
DistilleryKyrö Distillery CompanyTomatin
Region
CountryFinlandUnited Kingdom
TypeRye
ABV47.2%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£6£8.75
Rating4.60/5

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Tomatin 14 Year Old Miniature / Tawny Port Finish Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 14 Year Old Miniature / Tawny Port Finish Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is rated higher (4.60 vs 0.00).

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is better value at £6 vs £9.

For beginners: Tomatin 14 Year Old Miniature / Tawny Port Finish Highland Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
  • +More affordable (£6 vs £8.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tomatin 14 Year Old Miniature / Tawny Port Finish Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£8.75 vs £6)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Kyrö?

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 14 Year Old Miniature / Tawny Port Finish Highland Whisky 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

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

SmokeyNew Wood

Only Tomatin 14 Year Old Miniature / Tawny Port Finish Highland Whisky

HoneyDried Fruit

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