Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0 vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
Chateau De Beaulon
£178
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0 | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chateau De Beaulon | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 57.3% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £178 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £178.
For beginners: Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£178 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Chateau?
Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)