An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£65
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.3% | 68.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £64.55 | £65.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £65 vs £66.
For beginners: An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£64.55 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £64.55)
Who should buy An?
An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - 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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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
Both taste of
Only An Iconic Speyside 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 2934523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)