Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Langatun 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask FinishLangatun 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBunnahabhainLangatun
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandSwitzerland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.3%48.4%
Age14 yr5 yr
Price£82.95£101.95
Rating5.00/5

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

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

Langatun 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Langatun 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £102.

For beginners: Langatun 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 £101.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water

Langatun 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£101.95 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 Langatun?

Langatun 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateSmokeyOld Wood

Only Langatun 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

ToastedHoneyCooked FruitNuttyMalt Extract

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