Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky
Daftmill
£450
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Daftmill |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 59.4% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £450 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky
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 £450.
For beginners: Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 £450)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £299)
- −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 Daftmill?
Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Daftmill 2007 / Sherry Cask 9 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Lowland Whisky