Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£198
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£199
| Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.4% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £197.65 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Quick verdict
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £198 vs £199.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£197.65 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £197.65)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Octomore?
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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