Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release)
Littlemill
£450
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Littlemill | Talisker |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 59.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £450 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £299 vs £450.
For beginners: Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £299)
- −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 affordable (£299 vs £450)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Littlemill?
Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release) 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 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 Littlemill 21 Year Old (Second Release)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)