Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
Glenfarclas
£479
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 52.4% |
| Age | 8 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £299 | £478.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
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 £479.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056) is more approachable (45/100 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 £478.71)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£478.71 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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056) 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
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)