Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask (57%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£37
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask (57%)
Edradour
£53
| Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask (57%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Corn | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 57% |
| Age | 8 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £36.95 | £52.66 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask (57%)
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask (57%)
Quick verdict
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £37 vs £53.
For beginners: Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£36.95 vs £52.66)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask (57%)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£52.66 vs £36.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Canadian?
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask (57%) 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
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Only Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask (57%)