Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£175
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 57.3% |
| Age | 24 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £175 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £175.
For beginners: Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£175 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Sutherland?
Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) 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
Only Sutherland 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)