Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

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

Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryBruichladdichHighland Park
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV62.6%54%
Age16 yr22 yr
Price£217.95£243.13
Rating5.00/5

Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value23/100

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £218 vs £243.

For beginners: Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£217.95 vs £243.13)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (62.6%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 16 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£243.13 vs £217.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Highland?

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Leathery

Only Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

ChocolateSmokey

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