Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1989 - The John Milroy (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1989 - The John Milroy (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Cragganmore
£89
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£58
| Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1989 - The John Milroy (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Edradour |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £89.42 | £57.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1989 - The John Milroy (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1989 - The John Milroy (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £58 vs £89.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1989 - The John Milroy (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.42 vs £57.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1989 - The John Milroy (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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.
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1989 - The John Milroy (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)