Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) vs Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Banff
★ 5.00
£265
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
£233
| Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Banff | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.8% | 61.2% |
| Age | 36 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £265.32 | £233.03 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £233 vs £265.
For beginners: Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£265.32 vs £233.03)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£233.03 vs £265.32)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Banff?
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) 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 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Only Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 800190) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)