Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 vs Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£290
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Aultmore
£335
| Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 | Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Aultmore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 54.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £289.95 | £334.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is better value at £290 vs £335.
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)
- +More affordable (£289.95 vs £334.63)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£334.63 vs £289.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi) 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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