Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
Tamdhu
£303
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Tamdhu |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 48.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £299 | £302.73 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
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 £303.
For beginners: Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice 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 affordable (£299 vs £302.73)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£302.73 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 Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice