Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Glen Keith
£130
| Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Glen Keith |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.3% | 49.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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 £130.
For beginners: Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 £129.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland