Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£218
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56% | 59.4% |
| Age | 25 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £218 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) is better value at £218 vs £299.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) is more approachable (20/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£218 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £218)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) 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 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
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