Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Like a Villain 9 Year Old 2008 - The Spirit Still

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

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask FinishLike a Villain 9 Year Old 2008 - The Spirit Still
DistilleryBunnahabhainSpirit Still
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.3%52%
Age14 yr9 yr
Price£82.95£129.95
Rating5.00/5

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

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

Like a Villain 9 Year Old 2008 - The Spirit Still

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Like a Villain 9 Year Old 2008 - The Spirit Still

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 £130.

For beginners: Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is more approachable (40/100 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

Like a Villain 9 Year Old 2008 - The Spirit Still

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£129.95 vs £82.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Like?

Like a Villain 9 Year Old 2008 - The Spirit Still 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateOld Wood

Only Like a Villain 9 Year Old 2008 - The Spirit Still

MedicinalLeatheryOily

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