Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Inchgower
£60
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.4% | 54.3% |
| Age | 17 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £60 vs £83.
For beginners: Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £82.95)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 14 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £59.95)
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 17 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 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
Both taste of
Only Inchgower 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish