Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto
Glencadam
£125
| Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Glencadam |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.3% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto
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 £125.
For beginners: Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto is more approachable (60/100 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 £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 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 Glencadam?
Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto