Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi) vs Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi)
Aultmore
£335
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£290
| Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi) | Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aultmore | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 48.4% |
| Age | 35 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £334.63 | £289.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
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)
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).
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is better value at £290 vs £335.
For beginners: Aultmore 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 1575) (Adelphi) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
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)
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
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.
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
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