Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Edradour
★ 1.00
£550
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
| Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) | Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Ardbeg |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 48.1% |
| Age | 27 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £549.95 | £724.95 |
| Rating | 1.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) is better value at £550 vs £725.
For beginners: Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£549.95 vs £724.95)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 24 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (1.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£724.95 vs £549.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)