Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£218
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£220
| Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.6% | 54% |
| Age | 16 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £217.95 | £219.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £218 vs £220.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£217.95 vs £219.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£219.95 vs £217.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single 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
Both taste of
Only Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2002 - Single & Single