Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar
Invergordon
£292
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Talisker |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 59.4% |
| Age | 42 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £291.76 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar is better value at £292 vs £299.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar
Pros
- +More affordable (£291.76 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — 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 £291.76)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar 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 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 Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 - Sansibar
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)