Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£60
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila
£45
| Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Caol Ila |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £59.84 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £45 vs £60.
For beginners: Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 £44.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £59.84)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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Where to buy
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange