Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 4031313) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 4031313) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Caol Ila
£174
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 4031313) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Longmorn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 45% |
| Age | 13 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £173.74 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 4031313) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 4031313) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £174.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 4031313) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.74 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £173.74)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 4031313) - 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.
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 4031313) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old