GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9 vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
DistilleryGlenDronachGeorge T. Stagg
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV49.2%69.4%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£119.95£160
Rating5.00/5

GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value31/100

GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9 is better value at £120 vs £160.

For beginners: GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9

Pros

  • +More affordable (£119.95 vs £160)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£160 vs £119.95)

Who should buy GlenDronach?

GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy George?

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 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

Nutty

Only GlenDronach 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5470) - Batch 9

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitChocolate

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaHoneyToastedNew Wood

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