Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Hermitage
£107
| Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Hermitage |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.3% | 40% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £107 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
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 £107.
For beginners: Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £107)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£107 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 Hermitage?
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac