Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured
Edradour
£269
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Edradour |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 54.3% |
| Age | 8 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £299 | £268.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured is better value at £269 vs £299.
For beginners: Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured 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 £268.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured
Pros
- +More affordable (£268.5 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — 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 Edradour?
Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel 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
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Edradour 21 Year Old 2003 Bourbon Barrel Matured