All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyBunnahabhain
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.5%54.3%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£84.95£82.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value59/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value60/100

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £85.

For beginners: All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.95 vs £82.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 £84.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water

Who should buy All?

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

LeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateOld Wood

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