Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
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
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£255
| Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Invergordon |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 62.6% | 49.6% |
| Age | 16 yr | 45 yr |
| Price | £217.95 | £254.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £218 vs £255.
For beginners: Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£217.95 vs £254.63)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.6%) — may need water
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£254.63 vs £217.95)
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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)