Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Grant
£519
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.8% | 48.2% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £519 | £599.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £519 vs £600.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£519 vs £599.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £519)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - 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 Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 442555) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)