Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Compass Box
£295
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Compass Box |
| Region | Island | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 59.4% | 51% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £294.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet is better value at £295 vs £299.
For beginners: Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £294.9)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Pros
- +More affordable (£294.9 vs £299)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −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 Compass?
Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet 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 Compass Box Ultramarine - The Extinct Blends Quartet