Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 457) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 457) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£46
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 457) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Edradour |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £46.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 457) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 457) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 457) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £46 vs £60.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £46.45)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 457) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.45 vs £60.45)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) 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.
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 (cask 457) - Un-Chillfiltered (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
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