Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux Cask Finish vs Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Edradour
£262
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£335
| Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux Cask Finish | Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.8% | 44.8% |
| Age | 22 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £261.67 | £334.62 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux Cask Finish is better value at £262 vs £335.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Pros
- +More affordable (£261.67 vs £334.62)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 22 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£334.62 vs £261.67)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux 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.
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 803 & 804) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
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