Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish vs The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish
Edradour
£230
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£299
| Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish | The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | GlenDronach |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.2% | 46% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £230 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish is better value at £230 vs £299.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish
Pros
- +More affordable (£230 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £230)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish 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 GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 (cask 830 & 832) - Barolo Cask Finish
Only The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish