Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) vs Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£499
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey
Midleton
£700
| Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) | Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Midleton |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | Irish |
| ABV | 45.8% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £499 | £700 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is better value at £499 vs £700.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £700)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£700 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Only Midleton Very Rare / Bot.2016 Blended Irish Whiskey