Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

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

Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
DistilleryBunnahabhainThe Character of Islay Whisky Company
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43.7%46.3%
Age32 yr33 yr
Price£458.95£399.95
Rating5.00/5

Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value13/100

Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £400 vs £459.

For beginners: Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£458.95 vs £399.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£399.95 vs £458.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Fiona?

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyOld WoodMedicinal

Only Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

MossyOily

Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Dried Fruit

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