Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1
Bruichladdich
£366
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 44.2% |
| Age | 8 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £299 | £365.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1
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 £366.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1 is more approachable (60/100 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 £365.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£365.95 vs £299)
- −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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Bruichladdich 24 Year Old - Black Art 11.1