Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) 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.

Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryTobermoryTobermory
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.5%68.2%
Age12 yr8 yr
Price£67.46£65.84
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value76/100

Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £67.

For beginners: Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£67.46 vs £65.84)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 affordable (£65.84 vs £67.46)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) 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.

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

Sherried

Only Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

SmokeyLeathery

Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

HoneyDried FruitVanillaToasted

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