Tobermory 21 Year Old vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 21 Year Old
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£154
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Tobermory 21 Year Old | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tormore |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 60.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £153.5 | £123.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 21 Year Old
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tobermory 21 Year Old
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £154.
For beginners: Tobermory 21 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£153.5 vs £123.95)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £153.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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
Both taste of
Only Tobermory 21 Year Old
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)