Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) 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.

Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryThe Single Malts of ScotlandTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%68.2%
Age11 yr8 yr
Price£61.46£65.84
Rating5.00/5

Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)

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).

Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) is better value at £61 vs £66.

For beginners: Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£61.46 vs £65.84)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £61.46)

Who should buy Orkney?

Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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

SherriedDried FruitHoney

Only Orkney 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)

Cooked Fruit

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

VanillaToasted

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