Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Grant
★ 5.00
£106
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£128
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £106.37 | £128 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Quick verdict
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £106 vs £128.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£106.37 vs £128)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£128 vs £106.37)
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.
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita