Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
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
Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Girvan
£120
| Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Girvan |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 52.2% | 58.8% |
| Age | 15 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £130 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
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).
Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £120 vs £130.
For beginners: Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£130 vs £120)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +More affordable (£120 vs £130)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Girvan?
Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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 Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)