Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail vs Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Bunnahabhain
★ 3.67
£123
| Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathisla | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £87.07 | £122.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.67/5 |
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.67).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £123.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £122.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£122.5 vs £87.07)
- −Lower community rating (3.7 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail 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 11 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits 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 Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Only Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits