Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
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
Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£105
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Tullibardine |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 53.3% |
| Age | 20 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £106.37 | £105 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) is better value at £105 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£106.37 vs £105)
Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£105 vs £106.37)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 20 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) 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 Tullibardine 24 Year Old 1989 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)