Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) vs Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Laphroaig
£399
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
| Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) | Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Talisker |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.3% | 59.4% |
| Age | 19 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £399 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) is more approachable (25/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 affordable (£299 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) 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
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