Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask vs Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£224
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Yoichi
★ 5.00
£299
| Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask | Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Yoichi |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.9% | 46% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £223.7 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is better value at £224 vs £299.
For beginners: Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£223.7 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £223.7)
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask 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 Yoichi?
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018) 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
Only Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Only Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)