Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted
Craigellachie
★ 4.00
£62
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£48
| Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted | The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | The Epicurean |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 58.6% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £61.95 | £47.89 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £62.
For beginners: Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£61.95 vs £47.89)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.89 vs £61.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted 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 The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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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Where to buy
Craigellachie 10 Year Old - Derestricted
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange