Glen Elgin 12 Year Old vs Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old | Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Edradour |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £44.9 | £49.9 |
| Rating | 3.89/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.89).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old is better value at £45 vs £50.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£44.9 vs £49.9)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.9 vs £44.9)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of