The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Glen Ord
★ 5.00
£132
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 54.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £132.36 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £132.
For beginners: The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£132.36 vs £82.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £132.36)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) 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
Only The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish