Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot vs Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot
Edradour
£62
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Macduff
★ 5.00
£75
| Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot | Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Macduff |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 55% |
| Age | 12 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £61.75 | £75.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot is better value at £62 vs £75.
For beginners: Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot
Pros
- +More affordable (£61.75 vs £75.3)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£75.3 vs £61.75)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot 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 Macduff?
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Merlot
Only Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)