Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)
Adelphi
£312
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 59.4% |
| Age | 35 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £311.69 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (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).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £299 vs £312.
For beginners: Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£311.69 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £311.69)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Breath?
Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (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
Only Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)