Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition vs The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 EditionThe Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
DistilleryBunnahabhainThe Oxford Artisan Distillery
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV55.1%46.3%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£75£95
Rating4.50/55.00/5

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner45/100
Value60/100

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner60/100
Value53/100

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition is better value at £75 vs £95.

For beginners: The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£75 vs £95)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£95 vs £75)
  • 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 The?

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Only Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition

SherriedSmokeyOld WoodVanillaOily

Only The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Fresh FruitToastedHoneyVegetativeYeasty

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