The Huntly 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 2213925) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Huntly 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 2213925) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£107
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Millstone Whisky
★ 5.00
£103
| The Huntly 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 2213925) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Millstone 100 Rye Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Millstone Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | The Netherlands |
| Type | Blended Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 53.6% | 50% |
| Age | 19 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £107.03 | £102.82 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Huntly 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 2213925) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
The Huntly 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 2213925) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Quick verdict
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is better value at £103 vs £107.
For beginners: Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
The Huntly 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 2213925) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£107.03 vs £102.82)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£102.82 vs £107.03)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Huntly 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 2213925) - 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 Millstone?
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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