Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£128
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £128 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
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 £128.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£128 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 £128)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita 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 Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish