Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition vs Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition
Bunnahabhain
★ 4.50
£75
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
| Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition | Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Copper Rivet Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 56.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £75 | £47.3 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Quick verdict
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is better value at £47 vs £75.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£75 vs £47.3)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.3 vs £75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition 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 Masthouse?
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 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 Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition
Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137