Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s
Glen Ord
★ 5.00
£120
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 57.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £120 | £112.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £120.
For beginners: Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £112.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£112.5 vs £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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
Both taste of
Only Glen Ord 12 Year Old - 1990s
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)