Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bowmore
£89
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£54
| Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Old Perth |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 56.2% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £88.88 | £53.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Quick verdict
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is better value at £54 vs £89.
For beginners: Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −More expensive (£88.88 vs £53.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £88.88)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition 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
Only Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Where to buy
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange