Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£287
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish
Edradour
£220
| Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Edradour |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.6% |
| Age | 40 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £286.95 | £219.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish is better value at £220 vs £287.
For beginners: Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£286.95 vs £219.95)
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish
Pros
- +More affordable (£219.95 vs £286.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Master?
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish 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
Both taste of
Only Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Only Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 - Barolo Cask Finish