Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder)
Tullibardine
£495
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Tullibardine |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 52.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £299 | £495 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder)
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder)
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £299 vs £495.
For beginners: Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder) 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 affordable (£299 vs £495)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£495 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder) 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 Tullibardine 36 Year Old 1966 - Raw Cask (Blackadder)