Bushmills 21 Year Old vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Bushmills
★ 4.56
£150
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Bushmills 21 Year Old | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 57.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £149.5 | £112.5 |
| Rating | 4.56/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.56).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £150.
For beginners: Bushmills 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.5 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Bushmills 21 Year Old
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange