Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Inchgower
£145
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 57.3% |
| Age | 23 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £145 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter 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).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £145.
For beginners: Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£145 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Inchgower 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 18473) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)