Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask
Glen Elgin
£85
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.8% | 57.3% |
| Age | 9 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £84.95 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask is better value at £85 vs £113.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £112.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.8%) — may need water
- −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 £84.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask 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 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 Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 802860A) - The Single Cask
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)