Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 459) - Straight from the Cask vs Knappogue Castle 1995
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 459) - Straight from the Cask
Edradour
★ 5.00
£51
Knappogue Castle 1995
Knappogue Castle
★ 5.00
£43
| Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 459) - Straight from the Cask | Knappogue Castle 1995 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Knappogue Castle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.3% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £50.52 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 459) - Straight from the Cask
Knappogue Castle 1995
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 459) - Straight from the Cask
Knappogue Castle 1995
Quick verdict
Knappogue Castle 1995 is better value at £43 vs £51.
For beginners: Knappogue Castle 1995 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 459) - Straight from the Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.52 vs £42.95)
Knappogue Castle 1995
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £50.52)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 459) - Straight from the Cask 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 Knappogue?
Knappogue Castle 1995 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
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