Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Inchgower
£295
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 59.4% |
| Age | 27 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £294.9 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £295 vs £299.
For beginners: Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£294.9 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — 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 £294.9)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018) 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 Inchgower 27 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)