Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£115
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 54.3% |
| Age | 10 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £115.32 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £115.
For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £115.32)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£115.32 vs £92.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury 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
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury