Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits)
Strathmill
£409
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Strathmill |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 53.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £299 | £408.68 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits)
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 £409.
For beginners: Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits) 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 £408.68)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£408.68 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 Strathmill?
Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits) 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 Strathmill 32 Year Old 1990 (cask 1635) - Field Trip Collection (Swell de Spirits)