Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 vs Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)

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

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryTomatinTullibardine
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%45.7%
Age36 yr13 yr
Price£494.02£595
Rating5.00/5

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value10/100

Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £595.

For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£494.02 vs £595)
  • +Longer maturation (36 vs 13 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£595 vs £494.02)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

ChocolateVanillaSherriedToasted

Only Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)

Malt ExtractTobaccoNuttyHay-like

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