Port Askaig 34 Year Old vs Talisker 30 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Askaig 34 Year OldTalisker 30 Year Old
DistilleryPort AskaigTalisker
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49.7%48.5%
Age34 yr30 yr
Price£593.17£829.95
Rating5.00/5

Port Askaig 34 Year Old

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Talisker 30 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value6/100

Port Askaig 34 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Talisker 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Talisker 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Port Askaig 34 Year Old is better value at £593 vs £830.

For beginners: Talisker 30 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Port Askaig 34 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£593.17 vs £829.95)
  • +Longer maturation (34 vs 30 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Talisker 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£829.95 vs £593.17)

Who should buy Port?

Port Askaig 34 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Talisker?

Talisker 30 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

SmokeyLeatheryOld Wood

Only Port Askaig 34 Year Old

Medicinal

Only Talisker 30 Year Old

Fresh FruitOily

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