Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel Mestreau vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel MestreauGeorge T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
DistilleryGrosperrinGeorge T. Stagg
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeBourbon
ABV40%69.1%
AgeNASNAS
Price£136£141.95
Rating5.00/5

Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel Mestreau

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value35/100

Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel Mestreau

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel Mestreau is better value at £136 vs £142.

For beginners: Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel Mestreau is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel Mestreau

Pros

  • +More affordable (£136 vs £141.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£141.95 vs £136)

Who should buy Grosperrin?

Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel Mestreau suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy George?

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) 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

Both taste of

Dried FruitToasted

Only Grosperrin Extra Grande Champagne Cuvee Abel Mestreau

Old WoodNutty

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

VanillaChocolateNew Wood

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