Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Glencadam
£250
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£290
| Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glencadam | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.7% | 48.4% |
| Age | 13 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £250 | £289.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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).
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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).
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +More affordable (£250 vs £289.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£289.95 vs £250)
Who should buy Glencadam?
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1