Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£227
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 59.4% | 44.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £299 | £226.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £227 vs £299.
For beginners: Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 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
- −More expensive (£299 vs £226.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£226.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Cutler?
Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Cutler & Stubbs 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)