Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing)
Loch Lomond
£82
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.3% | 54.3% |
| Age | 14 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £81.95 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing) is better value at £82 vs £83.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£81.95 vs £82.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £81.95)
Who should buy Inchfad?
Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing) 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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 Inchfad 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 16785) - The First Edition's (Hunter Laing)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish