Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
Grosperrin
£299
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Grosperrin |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 59.4% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac is better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac 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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +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 Grosperrin?
Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac 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 Grosperrin No.68 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac