Bunnahabhain 2004 (cask 556) Hand-Filled from Warehouse Nine vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 2004 (cask 556) Hand-Filled from Warehouse Nine
Bunnahabhain
£255
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Bunnahabhain 2004 (cask 556) Hand-Filled from Warehouse Nine | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £254.85 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 2004 (cask 556) Hand-Filled from Warehouse Nine
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Bunnahabhain 2004 (cask 556) Hand-Filled from Warehouse Nine
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is better value at £199 vs £255.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 2004 (cask 556) Hand-Filled from Warehouse Nine
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£254.85 vs £199)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£199 vs £254.85)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 2004 (cask 556) Hand-Filled from Warehouse Nine 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 Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 2004 (cask 556) Hand-Filled from Warehouse Nine
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve