Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 vs Port Askaig 28 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£290
Port Askaig 28 Year Old
Port Askaig
£340
| Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 | Port Askaig 28 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Port Askaig |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 45.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £289.95 | £339.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Port Askaig 28 Year Old
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Port Askaig 28 Year Old
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1 is better value at £290 vs £340.
For beginners: Port Askaig 28 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£289.95 vs £339.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Port Askaig 28 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£339.9 vs £289.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Port?
Port Askaig 28 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Where to buy
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old 1994 - Black Art 7.1
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Askaig 28 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange