Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (casks 2101 & 2109) - Sherry Casks Batch No. 1 vs Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (casks 2101 & 2109) - Sherry Casks Batch No. 1
Edradour
£765
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£499
| Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (casks 2101 & 2109) - Sherry Casks Batch No. 1 | Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Talisker |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.3% | 45.8% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £764.95 | £499 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (casks 2101 & 2109) - Sherry Casks Batch No. 1
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (casks 2101 & 2109) - Sherry Casks Batch No. 1
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is better value at £499 vs £765.
For beginners: Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (casks 2101 & 2109) - Sherry Casks Batch No. 1
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£764.95 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £764.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (casks 2101 & 2109) - Sherry Casks Batch No. 1 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 Talisker?
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Edradour 30 Year Old 1995 (casks 2101 & 2109) - Sherry Casks Batch No. 1
Only Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)