Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
DistilleryGlen OrdTalisker
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.2%57.3%
Age15 yr15 yr
Price£113£112.5
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value35/100

Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness90/100
Beginner40/100
Value44/100

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £113.

For beginners: Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£113 vs £112.5)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Singleton?

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022) 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 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

Vanilla

Only Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)

SmokeyMedicinal

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