Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
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
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Highland Park
£170
| Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 55% |
| Age | 15 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £130 | £169.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
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 £170.
For beginners: Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (35/100 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£130 vs £169.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£169.95 vs £130)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Highland?
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)