Chichibu The Peated 2009 (bottled 2012) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu The Peated 2009 (bottled 2012)
Chichibu
£399
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Chichibu The Peated 2009 (bottled 2012) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 59.4% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £399 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu The Peated 2009 (bottled 2012)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Chichibu The Peated 2009 (bottled 2012)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Chichibu The Peated 2009 (bottled 2012) is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
Chichibu The Peated 2009 (bottled 2012)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu The Peated 2009 (bottled 2012) 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
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