The Epicurean Glasgow Edition vs Tomatin 11 Year Old 2007 - Poise and Perseverance

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Epicurean Glasgow EditionTomatin 11 Year Old 2007 - Poise and Perseverance
DistilleryThe EpicureanTomatin
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.6%49.2%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£47.89£64.95
Rating5.00/5

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Tomatin 11 Year Old 2007 - Poise and Perseverance

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 11 Year Old 2007 - Poise and Perseverance

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £65.

For beginners: Tomatin 11 Year Old 2007 - Poise and Perseverance is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47.89 vs £64.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water

Tomatin 11 Year Old 2007 - Poise and Perseverance

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.95 vs £47.89)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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 11 Year Old 2007 - Poise and Perseverance 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeySherriedChocolate

Only Tomatin 11 Year Old 2007 - Poise and Perseverance

Malt ExtractFresh FruitVanilla

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