Scapa 15 Year Old 1993 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) vs Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scapa 15 Year Old 1993 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Scapa
★ 3.75
£52
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
| Scapa 15 Year Old 1993 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) | Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scapa | Tamnavulin |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 54.8% |
| Age | 15 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £51.95 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 3.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Scapa 15 Year Old 1993 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scapa 15 Year Old 1993 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Scapa 15 Year Old 1993 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) is better value at £52 vs £55.
For beginners: Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Scapa 15 Year Old 1993 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£51.95 vs £54.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £51.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Scapa?
Scapa 15 Year Old 1993 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) 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 Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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