Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) vs Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky
Daftmill
£120
| Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Daftmill |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.3% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £112.5 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky
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 £120.
For beginners: Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky 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
Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 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 Daftmill?
Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Only Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky