Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006
Bunnahabhain
£299
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 52.6% |
| Age | 8 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006 is better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006 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 Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old PX Finish - Fèis Ìle 2006