The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 vs Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£137
| The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 59.5% |
| Age | NAS | 19 yr |
| Price | £84.95 | £136.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is better value at £85 vs £137.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £136.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£136.95 vs £84.95)
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - 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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