Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£89
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.3% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £89.22 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
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 £89.
For beginners: Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.22 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 £89.22)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Rosy?
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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 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 Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish