Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Stauning HØST
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Bunnahabhain
★ 4.67
£49
Stauning HØST
Stauning
★ 5.00
£42
| Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) | Stauning HØST | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Stauning |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Denmark |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 40.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £48.95 | £41.5 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Stauning HØST
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Stauning HØST
Quick verdict
Stauning HØST is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Stauning HØST is better value at £42 vs £49.
For beginners: Stauning HØST is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.95 vs £41.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Stauning HØST
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£41.5 vs £48.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Stauning?
Stauning HØST suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Stauning HØST