Laphroaig 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 5646863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 5646863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Laphroaig
£152
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Laphroaig 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 5646863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Tormore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 60.2% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £151.95 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 5646863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 5646863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £152.
For beginners: Laphroaig 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 5646863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 5646863) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£151.95 vs £123.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £151.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 5646863) - 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 Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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