Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
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
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Tobermory
£102
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 62.4% |
| Age | 20 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £106.37 | £101.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Quick verdict
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish is better value at £102 vs £106.
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)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£106.37 vs £101.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£101.5 vs £106.37)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
- −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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish 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 Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish