Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask 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
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Tomintoul
£132
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Tomintoul |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £106.37 | £132 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
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 £132.
For beginners: Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 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 £132)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£132 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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