Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Dumbarton
£379
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£400
| Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dumbarton | The Character of Islay Whisky Company |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.4% | 46.3% |
| Age | 35 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £378.5 | £399.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £379 vs £400.
For beginners: Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£378.5 vs £399.95)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 33 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay 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 (£399.95 vs £378.5)
Who should buy Dumbarton?
Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Fiona?
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Only Dumbarton 35 Year Old 1987 (cask 10037719) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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