Name: Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926)
Brand: Edradour
Price: 275.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) is characterised by Sherried, Honey, Chocolate, Dried Fruit, Toasted notes. Edradour distilled in October 2003 and matured for 17 years in a first-fill sherry cask before bottling in August 2021. This Highland single malt draws rich, sherried character from its wood, a concentrated expression of one of Scotland's smallest distilleries.

Question 2

Is Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) has some sweetness (59/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) costs £275 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 56.6% ABV, Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926)?

Accepted Answer

Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) similar to Jameson 4.5L?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) and Jameson 4.5L share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Jameson 4.5L costs £169.5 vs £275 for Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926).

Question 11

Is Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) similar to Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) and Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s costs £180 vs £275 for Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926).

Question 12

How does Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) is complex and layered, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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