Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez 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.
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez
Spirit of Hven
★ 5.00
£95
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spirit of Hven | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 68.2% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £94.96 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez
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 better value at £66 vs £95.
For beginners: Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£94.96 vs £65.84)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£65.84 vs £94.96)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Spirit?
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez 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
Only Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.4 Megrez
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)