Edradour 21 Year Old 1983 (Cask 04/0544) Port Finish vs Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 21 Year Old 1983 (Cask 04/0544) Port Finish
Edradour
£699
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Miyagikyo
★ 5.00
£699
| Edradour 21 Year Old 1983 (Cask 04/0544) Port Finish | Miyagikyo 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Miyagikyo |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 45% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £699 | £699 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 21 Year Old 1983 (Cask 04/0544) Port Finish
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Edradour 21 Year Old 1983 (Cask 04/0544) Port Finish
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £699.
For beginners: Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Edradour 21 Year Old 1983 (Cask 04/0544) Port Finish
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 21 Year Old 1983 (Cask 04/0544) Port 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 Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Edradour 21 Year Old 1983 (Cask 04/0544) Port Finish
Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old