Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory) 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.
Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)
Signatory
★ 5.00
£64
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Signatory | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 68.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £63.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory) is better value at £64 vs £66.
For beginners: Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£63.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £63.95)
Who should buy Speyside?
Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)