Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12 vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Kentucky Owl
★ 5.00
£260
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12 | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kentucky Owl | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.9% | 59.4% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £260 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12 is better value at £260 vs £299.
For beginners: Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£260 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £260)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Kentucky?
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12 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 Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)