Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£120
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 54.3% |
| Age | 19 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £120 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
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).
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £120.
For beginners: Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 14 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 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 £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Sutherland?
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) 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.
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 Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish