Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof
Pursuit Spirits
£99
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pursuit Spirits | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.9% | 54.3% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £98.5 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
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 £99.
For beginners: Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£98.5 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 £98.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Pursuit?
Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Pursuit Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Proof
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish