Bowmore 25 Year Old vs Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 5.00
£403
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Bruichladdich
★ 4.79
£499
| Bowmore 25 Year Old | Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 49.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £402.5 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.79/5 |
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Quick verdict
Bowmore 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.79).
Bowmore 25 Year Old is better value at £403 vs £499.
For beginners: Bowmore 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£402.5 vs £499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £402.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 25 Year Old 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Only Bowmore 25 Year Old
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