Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar
The Whisky Cellar
£80
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Whisky Cellar | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 54.3% |
| Age | 14 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar
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).
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £80 vs £83.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £82.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — 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 £79.95)
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar 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 Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 67) - The Whisky Cellar
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish