Edradour Ballechin 19 Year Old 2004 (cask 184 & 189) Madeira Cask Small Batch vs Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour Ballechin 19 Year Old 2004 (cask 184 & 189) Madeira Cask Small Batch
Ballechin
£166
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£100
| Edradour Ballechin 19 Year Old 2004 (cask 184 & 189) Madeira Cask Small Batch | Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballechin | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 40% |
| Age | 19 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £166.15 | £99.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour Ballechin 19 Year Old 2004 (cask 184 & 189) Madeira Cask Small Batch
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Edradour Ballechin 19 Year Old 2004 (cask 184 & 189) Madeira Cask Small Batch
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Quick verdict
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is better value at £100 vs £166.
For beginners: Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Edradour Ballechin 19 Year Old 2004 (cask 184 & 189) Madeira Cask Small Batch
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£166.15 vs £99.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £166.15)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour Ballechin 19 Year Old 2004 (cask 184 & 189) Madeira Cask Small Batch 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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s 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 Ballechin 19 Year Old 2004 (cask 184 & 189) Madeira Cask Small Batch
Only Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s