Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon
K.I. The Israel Distilling Co.
£104
| Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | K.I. The Israel Distilling Co. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 54.3% | 47.6% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £103.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon
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 £104.
For beginners: Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon is more approachable (55/100 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 affordable (£82.95 vs £103.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.95 vs £82.95)
- −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 Thinkers?
Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon