Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
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
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Glenfiddich
★ 3.95
£168
| Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.6% | 40% |
| Age | 16 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £217.95 | £167.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.95/5 |
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.95).
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva is better value at £168 vs £218.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£217.95 vs £167.5)
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£167.5 vs £217.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
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 Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva