Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich
£250
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 48.4% |
| Age | 8 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £299 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (70/100 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 £249.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 8 years)
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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)