Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glenrothes
£140
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£130
| Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 52.2% |
| Age | 16 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £130 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £130 vs £140.
For beginners: Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £130)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£130 vs £139.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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
Only Glenrothes 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 19602410) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)