Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£264
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Talisker |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 59.4% |
| Age | 28 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £264.17 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £264 vs £299.
For beginners: Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£264.17 vs £299)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £264.17)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)