Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Glen Grant
£87
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.8% | 57.3% |
| Age | 22 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £87.43 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
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 Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) is better value at £87 vs £113.
For beginners: Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Pros
- +More affordable (£87.43 vs £112.5)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — 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 £87.43)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) 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 Grant 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 35936) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)