Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£218
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Highland Park
£199
| Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.6% | 55.8% |
| Age | 16 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £217.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £199 vs £218.
For beginners: Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (62.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£217.95 vs £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£199 vs £217.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −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 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)