Bunnahabhain 9 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits vs Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 9 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Bunnahabhain
£55
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£49
| Bunnahabhain 9 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits | Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58.4% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £54.95 | £49.05 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 9 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Bunnahabhain 9 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery is better value at £49 vs £55.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 9 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £49.05)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.05 vs £54.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 9 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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