Glenlossie 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 6) - La Maison du Whisky Exclusive (Signatory) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenlossie 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 6) - La Maison du Whisky Exclusive (Signatory)Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
DistilleryGlenlossieBunnahabhain
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV63.5%54.3%
Age11 yr14 yr
Price£94.9£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenlossie 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 6) - La Maison du Whisky Exclusive (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value60/100

Glenlossie 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 6) - La Maison du Whisky Exclusive (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £95.

For beginners: Glenlossie 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 6) - La Maison du Whisky Exclusive (Signatory) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Glenlossie 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 6) - La Maison du Whisky Exclusive (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (63.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£94.9 vs £82.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 affordable (£82.95 vs £94.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water

Who should buy Glenlossie?

Glenlossie 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 6) - La Maison du Whisky Exclusive (Signatory) 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

Only Glenlossie 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 6) - La Maison du Whisky Exclusive (Signatory)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateSmokeyOld Wood

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