The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryNorth Star SpiritsEdradour
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.7%46%
Age10 yr10 yr
Price£46.95£59.84
Rating5.00/5

The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)

Smoke65/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value84/100

The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) is better value at £47 vs £60.

For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £59.84)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.7%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.84 vs £46.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)

SmokeyLeatheryKipperyOld Wood

Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractNew Wood

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