Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007)
Glenury
★ 5.00
£494
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenury | Talisker |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 59.4% |
| Age | 36 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £494.01 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £299 vs £494.
For beginners: Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£494.01 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £494.01)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenury?
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007) 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 Talisker?
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) 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
Only Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1970 (Special Release 2007)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)