Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) vs Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
Chateau De Beaulon
£178
| Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Chateau De Beaulon |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.3% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £112.5 | £178 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
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)
Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
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).
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
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
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 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.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Only Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0