Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£212
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.9% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £211.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is better value at £199 vs £212.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£211.95 vs £199)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199 vs £211.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 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 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve