Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Craigellachie
★ 4.63
£50
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£60
| Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65.4% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £59.84 |
| Rating | 4.63/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.63).
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £50 vs £60.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £59.84)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.84 vs £49.95)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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