Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£122
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£100
| Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £121.66 | £99.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Quick verdict
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is better value at £100 vs £122.
For beginners: Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£121.66 vs £99.99)
- −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 affordable (£99.99 vs £121.66)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) 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 Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s