Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge' vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge'
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£287
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge' | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | Talisker |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.6% | 59.4% |
| Age | 35 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £287.1 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge'
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge'
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge' is better value at £287 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge' is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge'
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£287.1 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £287.1)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge' 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 Glenglassaugh 35 Year Old - The Chosen Few 'Ronnie Routledge'
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)