Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025) vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Glen Ord
£150
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025) | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Tormore |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 60.2% |
| Age | 17 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £150.
For beginners: Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.95 vs £123.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £149.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Singleton?
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025) 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 Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - 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
Only Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)