Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

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

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask FinishThe Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
DistilleryBunnahabhainThe Epicurean
RegionIslayLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV54.3%56.8%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£82.95£79.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

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

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner40/100
Value63/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 is better value at £80 vs £83.

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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£82.95 vs £79.95)

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£79.95 vs £82.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
  • 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 The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 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

Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateSmokeyOld Wood

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNuttyToasted

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