Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)
Glen Grant
£257
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.3% | 59.4% |
| Age | 29 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £257 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) is better value at £257 vs £299.
For beginners: Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£257 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £257)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) 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 Talisker?
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)