Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) vs Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£299
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Very Olde St Nick
£235
| Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Very Olde St Nick |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 59.4% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £235 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Quick verdict
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is better value at £235 vs £299.
For beginners: Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 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 £235)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£235 vs £299)
Cons
- −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 Very?
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Only Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey