Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
Adelphi
£116
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.1% | 57.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £116.47 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £116.
For beginners: Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£116.47 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Burnside?
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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