Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£290
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 57% |
| Age | 25 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £289.95 | £383.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is better value at £290 vs £384.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£289.95 vs £383.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£383.95 vs £289.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
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