Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros.
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£130
Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros.
Dornoch
£95
| Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros. | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Dornoch |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 59.4% |
| Age | 15 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £130 | £95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros.
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros.
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros. is better value at £95 vs £130.
For beginners: Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros. is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£130 vs £95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros.
Pros
- +More affordable (£95 vs £130)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 Dornoch?
Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros. 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 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only Dornoch 3 Year Old 2017 (cask 001) - Thompson Bros.