Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask vs Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Edradour
★ 5.00
£6
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 4.22
£5
| Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask | Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | The Character of Islay Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £5.58 | £5.33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.22/5 |
Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Quick verdict
Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.22).
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £5 vs £6.
For beginners: Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£5.58 vs £5.33)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£5.33 vs £5.58)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 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 Aerolite?
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Edradour 12 Year Old 1998 Sassicaia Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Only Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company