Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£83
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£89
| Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Invergordon |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 54.3% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £89.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £89.
For beginners: Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is more approachable (65/100 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 £89.22)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.22 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 Rosy?
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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 Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)