Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Spot Whiskey
£225
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spot Whiskey | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.4% | 59.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £225 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £225 vs £299.
For beginners: Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£225 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — 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 £225)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Green?
Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Green Spot 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 363130) Vinsanto Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)