Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask 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.
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
Glenturret
£79
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.6% | 68.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £78.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
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).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £79.
For beginners: Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (60.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£78.95 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 £78.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ruadh?
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)