Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Aultmore
£335
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Aultmore |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 54.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £299 | £334.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £299 vs £335.
For beginners: Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi) 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 affordable (£299 vs £334.63)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£334.63 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi) 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 Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)