Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Moray
£119
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Strathisla |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 43% |
| Age | 16 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £118.5 | £87.07 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £119.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£118.5 vs £87.07)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £118.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - 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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail 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 Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Where to buy
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 7040573) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange