Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Bowmore
£74
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
| Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 52% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £73.86 | £84.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £74 vs £85.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£73.86 vs £84.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£84.95 vs £73.86)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Where to buy
Bowmore 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 10146) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange