Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
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
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
North British
£170
| Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | North British |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 62.6% | 44.4% |
| Age | 16 yr | NAS |
| Price | £217.95 | £170.39 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) is better value at £170 vs £218.
For beginners: North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£217.95 vs £170.39)
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Pros
- +More affordable (£170.39 vs £217.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 North?
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Bruichladdich 16 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)