Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010) vs Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Port Ellen
£280
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£290
| Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010) | Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 48.4% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £280.15 | £289.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010) is better value at £280 vs £290.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£280.15 vs £289.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£289.95 vs £280.15)
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010) 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Only Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1