Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition)
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£250
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £299 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£250 vs £299)
Cons
- −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 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition) 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 Bruichladdich 20 Year Old Flirtation (2nd Edition)