Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight vs Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£62
Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch
Edradour
£65
| Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight | Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Edradour |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 48.2% |
| Age | 8 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £61.5 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is better value at £62 vs £65.
For beginners: Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£61.5 vs £64.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £61.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Only Edradour 13 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Small Batch