Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Highland Park 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 5358) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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
Highland Park 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 5358) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Highland Park
£142
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Highland Park 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 5358) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 59.9% |
| Age | 20 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £106.37 | £141.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Highland Park 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 5358) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Highland Park 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 5358) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £106 vs £142.
For beginners: Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£106.37 vs £141.5)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 5358) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£141.5 vs £106.37)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Highland?
Highland Park 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 5358) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Highland Park 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 5358) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)