Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2002 Bourbon Cask - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2002 Bourbon Cask - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich
£130
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2002 Bourbon Cask - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | The Antiquary |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.3% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2002 Bourbon Cask - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2002 Bourbon Cask - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £130.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2002 Bourbon Cask - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £129.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2002 Bourbon Cask - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2002 Bourbon Cask - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old