Edradour 10 Year Old 2003 Chardonnay Cask Matured - Batch 3 vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Edradour 10 Year Old 2003 Chardonnay Cask Matured - Batch 3The Big Smoke 46
DistilleryEdradourDuncan Taylor
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age10 yr10 yr
Price£45.95£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Edradour 10 Year Old 2003 Chardonnay Cask Matured - Batch 3

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Edradour 10 Year Old 2003 Chardonnay Cask Matured - Batch 3

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £46.

For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2003 Chardonnay Cask Matured - Batch 3 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Edradour 10 Year Old 2003 Chardonnay Cask Matured - Batch 3

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.95 vs £34.3)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Big Smoke 46

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£34.3 vs £45.95)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Edradour?

Edradour 10 Year Old 2003 Chardonnay Cask Matured - Batch 3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy The?

The Big Smoke 46 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2003 Chardonnay Cask Matured - Batch 3

VanillaHoneyToastedCooked FruitSherried

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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