Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky
Bowmore
£84
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£58
| Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky | Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £83.95 | £57.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £58 vs £84.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£83.95 vs £57.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky
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Where to buy
Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange