Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Ben Nevis
£215
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Ben Nevis |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 57.7% |
| Age | 8 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £299 | £214.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland is better value at £215 vs £299.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (35/100 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 £214.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +More affordable (£214.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — 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 Ben?
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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 Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland