Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
Suntory
£150
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Suntory | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £150 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
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 £150.
For beginners: Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 Suntory?
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
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