SMWS 97.14 18 Year Old 1990 vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| SMWS 97.14 18 Year Old 1990 | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Littlemill | Tomatin |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.8% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £400 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
SMWS 97.14 18 Year Old 1990
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
SMWS 97.14 18 Year Old 1990
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS 97.14 18 Year Old 1990 is better value at £400 vs £494.
For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
SMWS 97.14 18 Year Old 1990
Pros
- +More affordable (£400 vs £494.02)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£494.02 vs £400)
Who should buy SMWS?
SMWS 97.14 18 Year Old 1990 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 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
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Only SMWS 97.14 18 Year Old 1990
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