After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne) vs Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£180
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£130
| After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne) | Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Allt-á-Bhainne | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.2% |
| Age | 29 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £130 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £130 vs £180.
For beginners: After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.95 vs £130)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£130 vs £179.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy After?
After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 After Derby Day 29 Year Old 1993 - Wemyss Malts (Allt-á-Bhainne)
Only Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)