Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight vs Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£62
Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Invergordon
£50
| Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight | Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Invergordon |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 50% | 66.6% |
| Age | 8 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £61.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £50 vs £62.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£61.5 vs £49.95)
Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £61.5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (66.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Only Invergordon 13 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)