Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryCaol IlaEdradour
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age18 yr10 yr
Price£44.95£59.84
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value84/100

Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £45 vs £60.

For beginners: Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £59.84)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.84 vs £44.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) 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 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)

SmokeySherriedCooked FruitMedicinal

Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

VanillaMalt ExtractToastedNew Wood

Where to buy

Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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