Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Dartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl

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

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask FinishDartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl
DistilleryBunnahabhainDartmoor Distillery
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV54.3%40%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£82.95£62.99
Rating5.00/5

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

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

Dartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl is better value at £63 vs £83.

For beginners: Dartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£82.95 vs £62.99)

Dartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£62.99 vs £82.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Dartmoor?

Dartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateSmokeyOld Wood

Only Dartmoor Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Whisky, 70cl

Cooked FruitToastedNuttyVanillaMalt Extract

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