Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.3% |
| Age | 24 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £117.35 | £112.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £117.
For beginners: Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£117.35 vs £112.5)
- −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
- +More affordable (£112.5 vs £117.35)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 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 Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)