Arran 14 Year Old - Pre 2014 vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 14 Year Old - Pre 2014
Arran
★ 4.59
£120
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Arran 14 Year Old - Pre 2014 | 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 | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £120 | £112.5 |
| Rating | 4.59/5 | 5.00/5 |
Arran 14 Year Old - Pre 2014
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Arran 14 Year Old - Pre 2014
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.59).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £120.
For beginners: Arran 14 Year Old - Pre 2014 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Arran 14 Year Old - Pre 2014
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 14 Year Old - Pre 2014 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 14 Year Old - Pre 2014
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)