Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Loch Lomond
£225
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Talisker |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 59.4% |
| Age | 22 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £225.12 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 is better value at £225 vs £299.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Pros
- +More affordable (£225.12 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £225.12)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)