The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old
Glendullan
★ 5.00
£99
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glendullan | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 54.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £98.92 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old
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 £99.
For beginners: The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£98.92 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 £98.92)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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 Glendullan 18 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish