Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask
Fettercairn
£95
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 54.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £95.11 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask
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).
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £95.
For beginners: Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£95.11 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 affordable (£82.95 vs £95.11)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask 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.
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 Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 107721) - The Single Cask
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish