Linkwood 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 762990) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs The Deveron 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 762990) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Linkwood
£103
The Deveron 18 Year Old
The Deveron
★ 5.00
£63
| Linkwood 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 762990) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | The Deveron 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | The Deveron |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.8% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £103.26 | £62.94 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 762990) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 762990) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Deveron 18 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Deveron 18 Year Old is better value at £63 vs £103.
For beginners: The Deveron 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 762990) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£103.26 vs £62.94)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£62.94 vs £103.26)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 762990) - 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 The?
The Deveron 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Linkwood 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 762990) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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