Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenturret
£103
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.4% | 54.3% |
| Age | 27 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £103.25 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £103.
For beginners: Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.25 vs £82.95)
- −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 affordable (£82.95 vs £103.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish