Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

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

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask FinishWilliam Larue Weller (2017 Release)
DistilleryBunnahabhainWilliam Larue Weller
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV54.3%64.1%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£82.95£125
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

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

William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value32/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £125.

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 £125)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water

William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (64.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£125 vs £82.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 William?

William Larue Weller (2017 Release) 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 William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

VanillaHoneyCooked FruitToastedNew Wood

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