Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) vs Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£100
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Grant
★ 5.00
£106
| Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) | Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Glen Grant |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.1% | 52.5% |
| Age | 26 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £106.37 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) is better value at £100 vs £106.
For beginners: Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £106.37)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 20 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£106.37 vs £99.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bùrn?
Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - 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.
Tasting notes
Only Bùrn Taobh 26 Year Old 1991 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Only Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)