Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Carsebridge
£432
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Carsebridge |
| Region | Island | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 59.4% | 50.3% |
| Age | 8 yr | 46 yr |
| Price | £299 | £431.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £432.
For beginners: Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 affordable (£299 vs £431.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (46 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£431.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Carsebridge?
Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Carsebridge 46 Year Old 1976 (cask 17961) Chinese Year Of The Dragon - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)