Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) vs Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Diageo
★ 4.75
£174
| Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Diageo |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.3% | 57.3% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £112.5 | £173.65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £174.
For beginners: Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
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
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.65 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Collectivum?
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) 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
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