Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£130
Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection
The Deveron
★ 4.03
£103
| Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | The Deveron |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £130 | £102.87 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.03/5 |
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection
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 4.03).
Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection is better value at £103 vs £130.
For beginners: Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£130 vs £102.87)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£102.87 vs £130)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only Glen Deveron 20 Years Old - Royal Burgh Collection