Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The CaskIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryEdradourThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.6%48.8%
Age10 yr11 yr
Price£53.11£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value94/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask is better value at £53 vs £67.

For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£53.11 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £53.11)

Who should buy Edradour?

Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 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 Islay?

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Marsala Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

SherriedCooked FruitChocolateHoney

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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