Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky
Highland Park
£278
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 59.4% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £278 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky is better value at £278 vs £299.
For beginners: Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£278 vs £299)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £278)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Old?
Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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 Old Orkney Malt 21 Year Old (1999 & 2003) / Decadent Drinks Island Whisky
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)