Arran 12 Year Old - Pre 2010 vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Arran 12 Year Old - Pre 2010 | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Talisker |
| Region | Island | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £120 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran 12 Year Old - Pre 2010
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Arran 12 Year Old - Pre 2010
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £120.
For beginners: Arran 12 Year Old - Pre 2010 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Arran 12 Year Old - Pre 2010
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 12 Year Old - Pre 2010 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.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) 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
Both taste of
Only Arran 12 Year Old - Pre 2010
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)