Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£45
| Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamnavulin | Signatory |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £45 vs £55.
For beginners: Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £44.95)
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £54.95)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 13 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Unnamed?
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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