Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) vs Talisker 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) | Talisker 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Talisker |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.3% | 48.5% |
| Age | 34 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £798.95 | £829.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Talisker 30 Year Old
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Talisker 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Talisker 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) is better value at £799 vs £830.
For beginners: Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£798.95 vs £829.95)
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Talisker 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£829.95 vs £798.95)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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.
Tasting notes
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Only Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
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Where to buy
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 30 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange