Talisker 30 Year Old vs Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 30 Year Old
Talisker
★ 5.00
£830
Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky
Laphroaig
£900
| Talisker 30 Year Old | Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Laphroaig |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.5% | 40% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £829.95 | £900 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 30 Year Old
Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky
Talisker 30 Year Old
Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Talisker 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 30 Year Old is better value at £830 vs £900.
For beginners: Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Talisker 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£829.95 vs £900)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£900 vs £829.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Talisker 30 Year Old
Only Laphroaig 1989 / 17 Year Old / Feis Isle 2007 Islay Whisky