Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

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

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask FinishGlenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
DistilleryBunnahabhainGlenmorangie
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.3%43%
Age14 yr18 yr
Price£82.95£128
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value60/100

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value39/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £128.

For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£82.95 vs £128)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 14 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£128 vs £82.95)
  • 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita 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

SherriedDried FruitChocolateSmokeyOld Wood

Only Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitToastedFragant

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