The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Dalmore 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 1036113) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

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

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)Dalmore 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 1036113) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
DistilleryGlenDronachDalmore
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.2%50.8%
Age22 yr17 yr
Price£210£343.5
Rating5.00/5

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value24/100

Dalmore 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 1036113) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 1036113) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £344.

For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£210 vs £343.5)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 17 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water

Dalmore 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 1036113) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£343.5 vs £210)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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 Dalmore?

Dalmore 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 1036113) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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

HoneyToasted

Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Dalmore 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 1036113) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

VanillaFresh FruitMalt Extract

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