Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Tomintoul
★ 4.35
£63
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tomintoul |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £62.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.35/5 |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.35).
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask is better value at £63 vs £66.
For beginners: Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £62.5)
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£62.5 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of