Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
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
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Glen Ord
£150
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Glen Ord |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 55.5% |
| Age | 20 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £106.37 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
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 £150.
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 £149.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.95 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 Singleton?
Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025) 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 Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)