Glentauchers 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120A - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120A - Woodrow's of EdinburghBunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
DistilleryGlentauchersBunnahabhain
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV63.2%54.3%
Age17 yr14 yr
Price£113.5£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120A - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value60/100

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120A - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £114.

For beginners: Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120A - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 14 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (63.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£113.5 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 £113.5)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water

Who should buy Glentauchers?

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120A - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Glentauchers 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120A - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

HoneyToasted

Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

ChocolateSmokey

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