Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£267
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Teaninich |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 55.9% |
| Age | 8 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £299 | £267 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) is better value at £267 vs £299.
For beginners: Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £267)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£267 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −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 Teaninich?
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) 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
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)