Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3 vs Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
DistilleryBowmoreTalisker
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%45.8%
Age22 yr25 yr
Price£376.15£499
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value13/100

Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value10/100

Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3 is better value at £376 vs £499.

For beginners: Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£376.15 vs £499)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 22 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£499 vs £376.15)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3 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.

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

Both taste of

SmokeyLeathery

Only Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)

Old WoodMedicinal

Where to buy

Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3

Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)

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