Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 707861) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 707861) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Moray
£155
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 707861) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Longmorn 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Longmorn |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 45% |
| Age | 26 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £154.88 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 707861) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 707861) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Longmorn 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 15 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £155.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 707861) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£154.88 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Longmorn 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £154.88)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 707861) - 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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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