Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Auchentoshan
£199
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£218
| Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.4% | 62.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £199 | £217.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £199 vs £218.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£199 vs £217.95)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 16 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£217.95 vs £199)
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - 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
Only Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange