Islay Single Malt 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 118160) - Single Cask (Duncan Taylor) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Single Malt 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 118160) - Single Cask (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£108
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Islay Single Malt 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 118160) - Single Cask (Duncan Taylor) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.4% | 54.3% |
| Age | 16 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £107.54 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Single Malt 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 118160) - Single Cask (Duncan Taylor)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Islay Single Malt 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 118160) - Single Cask (Duncan Taylor)
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 £108.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Islay Single Malt 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 118160) - Single Cask (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 14 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£107.54 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 £107.54)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Single Malt 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 118160) - Single Cask (Duncan Taylor) 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
Both taste of
Only Islay Single Malt 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 118160) - Single Cask (Duncan Taylor)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish