Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four vs Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Balvenie
£800
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£499
| Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four | Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 45.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £800 | £499 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is better value at £499 vs £800.
For beginners: Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£800 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £800)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Only Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)