Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cambus
★ 5.00
£239
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cambus | Talisker |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 59.4% |
| Age | 35 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £239.12 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £239 vs £299.
For beginners: Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£239.12 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −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 £239.12)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Cambus?
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 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 Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)