Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 vs Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 801 & 802) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£290
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 801 & 802) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Edradour
£255
| Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 | Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 801 & 802) - Bordeaux Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Edradour |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 55.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £289.95 | £254.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 801 & 802) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 801 & 802) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 801 & 802) - Bordeaux Cask Finish is better value at £255 vs £290.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£289.95 vs £254.95)
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 801 & 802) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Pros
- +More affordable (£254.95 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
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 Edradour?
Edradour 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 801 & 802) - Bordeaux 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.
Tasting notes
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