Royal Brackla 21 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain
★ 2.50
£235
| Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brackla | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £219.99 | £234.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.50/5 |
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.50).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is better value at £220 vs £235.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£219.99 vs £234.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£234.95 vs £219.99)
- −Lower community rating (2.5 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)