Woodford Reserve (20cl) vs Hudson Four Grain Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Woodford Reserve (20cl) | Hudson Four Grain Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Woodford Reserve | Tuthilltown Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Bourbon | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.2% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £12.5 | £10.5 |
| Rating | — | 3.71/5 |
Woodford Reserve (20cl)
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon
Woodford Reserve (20cl)
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon
Quick verdict
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is rated higher (3.71 vs 0.00).
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is better value at £11 vs £13.
For beginners: Woodford Reserve (20cl) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Woodford Reserve (20cl)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£12.5 vs £10.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.7)
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (3.7/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Woodford?
Woodford Reserve (20cl) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Hudson?
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of