Super Nikka vs Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Super Nikka
Nikka
★ 4.33
£52
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
| Super Nikka | Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Tamnavulin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £52.49 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Super Nikka
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Super Nikka
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 4.33).
Super Nikka is better value at £52 vs £55.
For beginners: Super Nikka is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Super Nikka
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£52.49 vs £54.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 £52.49)
Who should buy Super?
Super Nikka suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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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