Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Inchgower
£250
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.3% | 59.4% |
| Age | 27 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £250 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£250 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.) 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
Both taste of
Only Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Where to buy
Inchgower 27 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange