Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton"
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
Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton"
Whisky Souls
★ 5.00
£128
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton" | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Whisky Souls |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 42% |
| Age | 20 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £106.37 | £127.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton"
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton"
Quick verdict
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £106 vs £128.
For beginners: Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton" is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£106.37 vs £127.5)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton"
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£127.5 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 Living?
Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton" suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Living Souls 19 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - "Kildalton"