Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Loch Lomond
£115
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Talisker |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 57.3% |
| Age | 22 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £114.95 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
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 £115.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£114.95 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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland 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 Inchmurrin 1996 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)