Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Tamdhu
★ 5.00
£86
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamdhu | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65% | 54.3% |
| Age | 10 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £85.5 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
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 £86.
For beginners: Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£85.5 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 £85.5)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) 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
Only Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 354) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish