Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Vallein-Tercinier
£219
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Vallein-Tercinier |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 59.4% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £219 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne is better value at £219 vs £299.
For beginners: Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne is more approachable (85/100 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 £219)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£219 vs £299)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Vallein?
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne