Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

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

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryTobermoryTobermory
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.5%68.2%
Age21 yr8 yr
Price£77.02£65.84
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner40/100
Value65/100

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value76/100

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £66 vs £77.

For beginners: Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£77.02 vs £65.84)

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£65.84 vs £77.02)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Tobermory?

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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 Tobermory?

Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

SmokeyLeatheryTobaccoCooked FruitOld Wood

Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SherriedHoneyDried FruitVanillaToasted

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