Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

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

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
DistilleryArdbegEdradour
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.1%45.8%
Age24 yr27 yr
Price£724.95£549.95
Rating5.00/51.00/5

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value7/100

Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value2/100

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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).

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

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

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.

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.

Tasting notes

Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

Only Edradour 27 Year Old 1968 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoLeathery

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