Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 vs Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
DistilleryBruichladdichGlen Moray
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.4%43%
Age25 yr25 yr
Price£289.95£229.74
Rating5.00/54.50/5

Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value17/100

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value20/100

Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish is better value at £230 vs £290.

For beginners: Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£289.95 vs £229.74)

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£229.74 vs £289.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinal

Only Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

Cooked FruitHoneySherried

Where to buy

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