Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish vs Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish
Springbank
★ 5.00
£250
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£290
| Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish | Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.9% | 48.4% |
| Age | 9 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £250 | £289.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Quick verdict
Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish is better value at £250 vs £290.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£250 vs £289.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£289.95 vs £250)
Who should buy Hazelburn?
Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish 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 Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish
Only Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1