Отзывы сходятся на том, что это хорошо выдержанный, ароматный и сложный виски с шерри-нотами, но с заметной сернистостью и высокой ценой; мнения о балансе и финише расходятся.
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В большинстве текстовых отзывов этот виски описывается как зрелый и сложный молт с выраженным влиянием шерри: упоминаются оранжевые цитрусовые, тёмный шоколад, кофе/эспрессо, сухофрукты (изюм, финики, чернослив), орехи, кожа, дубовые специи (корица, гвоздика, мускатный орех, перец), ваниль, карамель и тоффи. Несколько отзывов прямо называют его хорошо выдержанным и гармоничным, с богатым и удачным носом, а также отмечают, что он требует времени в бокале и может переносить несколько капель воды. При этом неоднократно повторяется мотив сернистости и «затхлых»/пыльных нот (старый шкаф, влажный картон, старый дом), которые одним мешают, а другим кажутся терпимыми; также встречаются описания землистых, травянистых и горьковатых оттенков.
По вкусу и финишу отзывы расходятся: часть отмечает маслянистую текстуру, глубину, длинный пряный и горьковато-шоколадный финиш, другие — что финиш коротковат, не очень сложен или «сплющивается», а сам виски кажется тонковатым для своего возраста. Практически во всех развёрнутых отзывах поднимается вопрос цены: его называют переоценённым или слишком дорогим для того, что он даёт, хотя некоторые считают соотношение цены и качества хорошим. Несколько отзывов подчёркивают, что это не «шерри-бомба», а скорее сдержанный, дубовый и сухой стиль, и что ожидания от 21-летнего возраста оправдываются не полностью.
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· 2026-10-08T05:12:49Z · источник evidence
marmeladowExpert Senior9322 jan 2024 2:08 pm
July 24th - January 22nd, 2024 - Always needs a lot of time in the glass and can tolerate a few drops of water. After uncorking a lot of orange, which then blows away. With time and 15 gtt of water, it's a rounded affair, but not entirely convincing at first: vanilla caramel, oak spice, ginger and a hint of cinnamon, also some dry sherry, hints of sulfur. Later: Great development, full of enjoyment of age and sherry tones, very complex. 10/28 neat: old, ripe cognac with a lot of Scotland. 3.1.24: Age, leather, wood, sherry, wine cellar, additionally well-ripened cognac on the palate, restrained spiciness in the finish (a little pepper, ginger and cinnamon. With 10 gtt + 30 min. Standing time in the glass much more impressive, creamy vanilla with a clearer taste Cinnamon and nutmeg, orange and ripe fruits. Got better and better over the course of time. Price now around €180 = overpriced for me. 1/22/24 - final dram very tasty, better than a GG21yo tasted shortly. Creamy-oily, quite powerful, well aged Single malt with sherry notes and complexity.
нос 92 · вкус 94 · финиш 93
alex..w..fanConnoisseur8311 jun 2024 8:07 pm
Modern acid dry style, you have to love it.... Well, ok, it’s quite drinkable, but it’s better not to look at the label, so as not to be sad!( 21 21 20 21 83
domaniConnoisseur8631 aug 2026 5:32 pm
A challenging whisky, little influenced by sherry but very aromatic with many earthy and bitter notes - 18.08.2026
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
86
Musty, moldy, earthy with fruity notes, the alcohol is sharp, probably needs more time, still very unsettled even after 15 minutes in the glass, spicy, local fruits, apple, pear but also orange or better yet orange zest, nutmeg, roasted aromas
Вкус
86
Herbaceous, dry, spicy, nutmeg, dark chocolate, black pepper, oily
Lemon, lingonberry, dark chocolate, leather, spices, pepper
Финиш
85
Middle: spices, pepper
wbarchive_526950Connoisseur8923 sep 2024 2:53 am
revisited it after a while open. Have to adjust my rating; Read the full review here: https://whiskyyoda.com/2024/09/tobermory-21-year-old/
нос 90 · вкус 89 · финиш 88
maltaholicConnoisseur8611 jan 2026 5:37 pm
It smells malty, somewhat tart and spicy, less sweet than expected. For this, he presents beautiful wood notes, It has a distinctly floral look. Flowers and meadow. This continues in the mouth, He remains true to himself. Anyone expecting a sherry bomb will be disappointed. However, those who appreciate subtle wood notes, He will like him.
SapfiwhiskyExpert Senior8720 jun 2026 11:06 am
Porter805Expert Senior8825 may 2024 3:27 pm
нос 88 · вкус 89 · финиш 88
TotoroConnoisseur8704 feb 2019 7:40 pm
Very nice synthesis of yeasty, saline distillery character and sour/savory notes of refill Oloroso. Beautifully done. No bitter tannins that would suggest they've used the finish merely to spruce up substandard casks. Still hugely overpriced though, especially since this isn't cask strength and there are comparable Indies out there for 2/3 to 1/2 the asking price: see for instance WID #118304.
gallfuxConnoisseur—24 may 2019 10:48 pm
This is different from 21yo Manzanilla (WID: 91990). He looks darker and heavier in the nose and mouth. In addition, he also has such notes that remind me of my already emptied large bottle of the 15yo (WID 2948). I'll describe it with oranges, cloves and leather. I can not name it properly. But there are just notes in it that I totally agree with. They are especially noticeable in the mouth. The oak is more intense than the 21yo manzanilla. I like that. Unfortunately, no bargain.
wbarchive_526950Connoisseur8901 jan 2022 5:06 pm
balanced and tasty tobermory. Nice profile on the nose and on the palate. In the finish, however, rather weak as it is not very complex and quite short.
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
89
light sherry notes at the beginning, then salty, but also chocolatey and dark fruity. slightly spicy oak, leather, nutty, nice and soft
Вкус
88
nice, somewhat salty start paired with fruity aromas of the sherry barrel, spicy oak, acidic but still pleasant, leather, slightly nutty
Финиш
86
sour salty with a brief hint of sherry aromas. Then unfortunately quickly subsided. Rather short to medium long.
RichardPsmithExpert Senior8606 mar 2024 1:47 am
Caramel and rubber on the nose, somewhere in the depths there is benzene. When you take a sip, at first it seems like wine and then there is a strong hit of ginger and the same rubber. Creepy.
FritzeKrautmanConnoisseur8606 jun 2026 10:44 pm
It's quite alright. I don't actually detect much Oloroso, but I like it because of the caramel note, which is consistently present. There's also a distinct spiciness. Fruity notes are only subtly present.
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
86
Strong caramel, mint, banana, tobacco,
Вкус
85
Play-Doh, caramel, spices,
Финиш
86
A dry, medium-length finish. Spices, pepper, caramel, and alcohol are present.
glen efzeConnoisseur8604 jul 2022 9:45 am
A 21 year old Tobermory with an Oloroso finish, that's promising. The whisky is still available in a number of shops - at prices of 150 - 200 €. That's daunting and ambitious. Sure, the whisky is 21 years old, that costs money today. But why actually, is the quality actually so much better - or is it just that old whisky is somehow rare? Then it would at least not be worth buying it for pleasure reasons. And whether a 21-year-old Tobermory from the Core Range is actually a good investment remains to be seen. It is bottled with the usual 46.3% vol., according to the label it is un-chillfiltered. No information is given about the colour. It's not all that edifying - but maybe it makes up for it in taste. www.glen-efze.de
ThorstenHConnoisseur8429 jan 2023 8:11 pm
81-85 – Wow, really good one
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
88
A pleasant blend of dark sherry and light fruit. That fits very good. appeals to me a lot. Very round and full.
Вкус
84
The ABV fits well. Full but also very drinkable.
Финиш
81
Medium finish. Gets a little flat. A pity.
RamiWExpert Senior8701 sep 2025 12:17 am
To start with the critical notes on this dram, first of all, this isn’t about distillate at all. I know Tobermory and (especially modern) Ledaig as having some lactic funk/butyric acid notes in their distillate, which is clear in the 10YO/12YO/Sinclair/etc. core range stuff. This dram - al least to me - could’ve been from any distillery with access to some active European oak Oloroso casks, and 21 years to spare. Second, the sulphur kinda ruins the nose for me. I don’t mind sulphur in some drams, but here I would have really liked a 'cleaner' sherried profile without the firecrackers hitting my nose before anything else comes through. On to the good stuff. Behind the sulphur is a rich sherried dram. Especially the palate stands out. Rich spices, lots of nice bitterness from coffee and dark chocolate notes, some orange, plenty of depth. The taste is where this dram shines to me. The finish isn’t half bad as well. So, even though it’s overall slightly disappointing for a 21YO single malt, the age does show and it is quite enjoyable. Just not spectacular, which is a luxury problem.
The texture is slightly oily. Palate is similar to -but imho better than- the nose. Dark chocolate, mocha, espresso, lots of European oak spices, syrupy dark dried fruit notes, red and black peppercorn, candied orange.
Финиш
87
Long finish with spicy notes, bitter (in a good way) and roasted coffeebeans/chcoclate.
craideConnoisseur8601 mar 2026 8:55 pm
A tasty malt that's a bit woody, but quite aromatic and well-rounded. However, given the price and age, I would have expected more.
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
87
A slightly musty start, leather, an old dusty attic, naturally with wood. A few spices emerge, leaning towards curry, paprika, pepper. Slowly, fruity notes move to the forefront: citrus, pear. With more time in the glass, it develops a slightly nutty and subtly floral flavor. Then notes of hay, chamomile, and grain emerge.
Вкус
87
Slightly tingling, slightly spicy, it starts off beautifully harmonious on the palate. A great mix of fruit and spices. Light fruits dominate, especially lemon, orange, and a touch of kiwi. The spices here are more of a spicy oak. On the palate, honey, vanilla, and malt make it quite sweet.
Финиш
85
Medium-long finish, slightly chocolatey, oak spice, coffee, roasted aromas,
ffmdinoConnoisseur—15 jan 2020 11:18 pm
fair puddle Direct comparison to other Tobermorys what a cool malt I like
whiskytornadoConnoisseur8827 jan 2023 6:50 pm
нос 88 · вкус 87 · финиш 88
DerDennis!Specialist9005 oct 2026 8:58 pm
нос 91 · вкус 90 · финиш 89
FuturePerfectExpert Junior8328 oct 2018 6:19 pm
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
80
Flowery notes and clear barrel influence are disturbed by sulfur.
Вкус
85
Much better than in the nose. Beautiful oak, interesting sour, reminiscent of Sanostol in its sweetness.
This could be a good standard 21 YO, but for me it was a bit thin and underperformed for a Whisky of that age. Unfortunately, like all Tobermory older than 12 years it is too expensive, hence this one still sitting on the shelves 8 years later.
Der FrankeExpert Senior8628 jul 2022 7:39 pm
нос 88 · вкус 87 · финиш 86
CluaranDeilgneachMember Senior8808 feb 2023 11:55 pm
Warm, fruity, sweet and promising on the nose with hints of cherries, milk chocolate, old wood, cream old oloroso, dates and raisins. Oh, this is nice. On the palate warm, sweet with notch of spices such as nutmeg, coriander, cloves, black pepper, cardamon, sweet cherries in sirup, dark chocolate, a bit wood-driven to my taste. Finish is long-enough with nice tongue-itching spices, overall sweet and mellow, with no sharp edges. This is a brilliant example of well-aged Tobermory.
нос 89 · вкус 86 · финиш 88
davidloosliExpert Senior8821 feb 2024 7:15 am
minialkoffConnoisseur8511 jun 2024 10:45 pm
22+21+21+21
feolaiConnoisseur8723 feb 2026 12:20 am
Nose-87/100; Taste-87/100; Finish-87/100.
Thomas75Expert Senior7023 feb 2026 4:28 pm
Nose The first impression is musty. Not dramtically flawed, but close. Slightly stale air, damp wood. The alcohol is sharp. For 46.3%, it seems surprisingly unsettled. No elegant integration, more of a slight sting. More dry cask than fruit. With time in the glass, nuts emerge, a touch of caramel, a hint of cocoa. But the musty odor lingers like a faint background note, impossible to shake off. I wait, swirl, aerate. It persists. The taste Creamy on the palate. Finally, a glimmer of hope. Sweetness unfolds, soft and rounded. Toffee, a touch of honey, a hint of raisin. Then pepper. Dry wood. Barrel spice. The texture is decent, almost oily, but not complex. The sweetness is quickly overtaken by dryness. Again, that slightly musty, stale note that was already bothersome on the nose. A few drops of water make it more approachable. The sweetness emerges more clearly, vanilla appears, the mouthfeel becomes smoother. But the musty undertone doesn't disappear. It becomes quieter, but it remains. Conclusion I expected more. More freshness. More clarity. More character. In the end, it's solid, but disappointing considering its age and price.
CalmarConnoisseur9006 may 2021 10:07 am
A good representative of a dry and tart variety of sherry aging, austere, well-balanced whisky, the aroma came out the most successful, with a rich palette of derivatives, a large number of shades and undertones; taste / finish are one step lower, but this does not violate the overall harmony.
ThorinOakshieldMember Senior7926 jul 2021 9:00 am
for me it smelled weird... saying smelled to me like an old house, or wet cardboard . Taste is more than ok, but not really my cup of tea
MosesConnoisseur8631 oct 2021 5:12 am
You can't go wrong here. A great malt with a good PLV from this house. Even against the 23 he looks good and clearly shows how it is possible to make an upscale 21 whisky for the normal budget. So if you are pondering between these two, I can confidently say: “If you are looking for a good Tobermory, you should grab the 21. For me this 10cl sample was a pleasure. A heartfelt thank you goes out to Jochen.
A very, very good whisky, and for the price, simply amazing! Very aromatic and fragrant, with a slight sharpness in the taste that would be nice to avoid. The raisin and its sulfurous notes are also a bit intrusive. Otherwise, this whisky is simply wonderful! But it's so good! Oh, come on, by God! 23 22 22 22
Kuba9712Expert Senior8925 jan 2020 9:44 am
нос 89 · вкус 90 · финиш 88
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