Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) 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.
Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Douglas Laing
£60
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 68.2% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £60.28 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
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 0.00).
Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) is better value at £60 vs £66.
For beginners: Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£60.28 vs £65.84)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £60.28)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Old?
Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
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 Old Big Peat (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)