Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey vs Talisker 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey | Talisker 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Monkey Shoulder | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 45.8% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £33 | £43.15 |
| Rating | 3.52/5 | 4.02/5 |
Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey
Talisker 10 Year Old
Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey
Talisker 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Talisker 10 Year Old is rated higher (4.02 vs 3.52).
Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey is better value at £33 vs £43.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£33 vs £43.15)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 4.0)
Talisker 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (4.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.15 vs £33)
Who should buy Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey
Only Talisker 10 Year Old
Where to buy
Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange