Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Bowmore
£675
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£895
| Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Glengoyne 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 46.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £675 | £894.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £675 vs £895.
For beginners: Glengoyne 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£675 vs £894.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£894.99 vs £675)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 30 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Where to buy
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange