Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool) vs Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool)
Bruichladdich
£255
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£292
| Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool) | Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Ardbeg |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 49.1% |
| Age | 22 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £254.5 | £291.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool)
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool)
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool) is better value at £255 vs £292.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool)
Pros
- +More affordable (£254.5 vs £291.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£291.95 vs £254.5)
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool) 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 Darkness!?
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2002 (Dramfool)
Only Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish