Bruichladdich 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) vs Mac-Talla Strata
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Bruichladdich
£115
Mac-Talla Strata
Mac-Talla
★ 5.00
£81
| Bruichladdich 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Mac-Talla |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £114.89 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Mac-Talla Strata
Bruichladdich 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £115.
For beginners: Mac-Talla Strata is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£114.89 vs £80.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mac-Talla Strata
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£80.95 vs £114.89)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Mac-Talla?
Mac-Talla Strata suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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