Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Hakutsuru
£241
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Hakutsuru |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 55% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £241.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky is better value at £241 vs £299.
For beginners: Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
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 £241.18)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +More affordable (£241.18 vs £299)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Tan?
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky 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 Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky