The Epicurean Glasgow Edition vs Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£48
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Tomatin
£52
| The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Epicurean | Tomatin |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.6% | 58.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £47.89 | £51.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £52.
For beginners: Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (40/100 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 £51.83)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£51.83 vs £47.89)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Only Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 4920, 4921 & 4922) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange