SMWS 53.461 (Caol Ila) / 1993 / 30 Year Old / For LMDW Artist #13 Islay Whisky vs Talisker 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
SMWS 53.461 (Caol Ila) / 1993 / 30 Year Old / For LMDW Artist #13 Islay Whisky
Caol Ila
£1200
Talisker 30 Year Old
Talisker
★ 5.00
£830
| SMWS 53.461 (Caol Ila) / 1993 / 30 Year Old / For LMDW Artist #13 Islay Whisky | Talisker 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.5% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £829.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
SMWS 53.461 (Caol Ila) / 1993 / 30 Year Old / For LMDW Artist #13 Islay Whisky
Talisker 30 Year Old
SMWS 53.461 (Caol Ila) / 1993 / 30 Year Old / For LMDW Artist #13 Islay Whisky
Talisker 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Talisker 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 30 Year Old is better value at £830 vs £1200.
For beginners: SMWS 53.461 (Caol Ila) / 1993 / 30 Year Old / For LMDW Artist #13 Islay Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
SMWS 53.461 (Caol Ila) / 1993 / 30 Year Old / For LMDW Artist #13 Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £829.95)
- −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 affordable (£829.95 vs £1200)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy SMWS?
SMWS 53.461 (Caol Ila) / 1993 / 30 Year Old / For LMDW Artist #13 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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