Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)
Dufftown
£278
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Dufftown |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 52.3% |
| Age | 8 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £299 | £277.92 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) is better value at £278 vs £299.
For beginners: The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) 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 £277.92)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)
Pros
- +More affordable (£277.92 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — 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 The?
The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) 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 The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)