Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl
Bimber
£119
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
| Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bimber | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 54.3% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £118.99 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
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 £119.
For beginners: Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£118.99 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £118.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Bimber?
Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Bimber Distillery's Platinum Jubilee 2022 release, 70cl
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish