Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Springbank
£399
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Springbank |
| Region | Island | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 57.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
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 £399.
For beginners: Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured is more approachable (25/100 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 £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 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 Longrow?
Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured 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
Both taste of
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Longrow 14 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured