Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)

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

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)
DistilleryArdbegEdradour
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.1%56%
Age24 yr30 yr
Price£724.95£769.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £770.

For beginners: Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 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 affordable (£724.95 vs £769.95)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 24 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£769.95 vs £724.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302) 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.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

Only Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolateToasted

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