The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
The Lakes Distillery
£150
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Tormore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 60.2% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £149.99 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £150.
For beginners: The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.99 vs £123.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £149.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - 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
Only The Lakes Distillery Forbidden Fruit, The Whiskymaker's Editions Sherry Cask English Whisky, 70cl
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)