Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks) vs Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks)
Decadent Drinks
£181
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£224
| Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks) | Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Decadent Drinks | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 53.9% |
| Age | 19 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £180.95 | £223.7 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks)
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks)
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks) is better value at £181 vs £224.
For beginners: Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£180.95 vs £223.7)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£223.7 vs £180.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Old?
Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks) 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask 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
Only Old Orkney 19 Year Old (Fifth Release) (Decadent Drinks)
Only Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask