Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Rosebank
£595
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Tomatin |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £595 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £595.
For beginners: Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£595 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £595)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) 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.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Rosebank 9 Year Old 1989 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1