Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release)
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
Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release)
Sazerac
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Sazerac |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 52.5% | 45% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £106.37 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release)
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £106 vs £150.
For beginners: Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£106.37 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 Sazerac?
Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Sazerac 18 Year Old (2022 Release)