Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
Ichiro
★ 1.50
£465
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Ichiro |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 58% |
| Age | 8 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299 | £465.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 1.50/5 |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.50).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £299 vs £465.
For beginners: Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old 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 affordable (£299 vs £465.3)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£465.3 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (1.5 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 Ichiro's?
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old 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 Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old