Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£97
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£100
| Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.3% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £97.24 | £99.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Quick verdict
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £97 vs £100.
For beginners: Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£97.24 vs £99.99)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £97.24)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - 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 10 Year Old - 2000s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810047) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s