Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange vs Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Midleton
£710
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£499
| Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange | Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Irish | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 45.8% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £710 | £499 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is better value at £499 vs £710.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£710 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £710)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) 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 Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Only Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)