Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Fettercairn
£85
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Talisker |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 57.3% |
| Age | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £84.94 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £85 vs £113.
For beginners: Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£84.94 vs £112.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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
- −More expensive (£112.5 vs £84.94)
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Fettercairn 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 20053) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)