Islay 8 Year Old - As We Get It (Ian Macleod) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay 8 Year Old - As We Get It (Ian Macleod)
Ian Macleod
★ 5.00
£48
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£60
| Islay 8 Year Old - As We Get It (Ian Macleod) | Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ian Macleod | Edradour |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.1% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.51 | £59.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay 8 Year Old - As We Get It (Ian Macleod)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Islay 8 Year Old - As We Get It (Ian Macleod)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Islay 8 Year Old - As We Get It (Ian Macleod) is better value at £48 vs £60.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Islay 8 Year Old - As We Get It (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.51 vs £59.84)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.84 vs £47.51)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay 8 Year Old - As We Get It (Ian Macleod) 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 Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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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