Hudson Baby Bourbon (70cl) vs Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery

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

Hudson Baby Bourbon (70cl)Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
DistilleryTuthilltown SpiritsJohnnie Walker
RegionOther Scotch
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV46%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£49.95£49.05
Rating2.60/55.00/5

Hudson Baby Bourbon (70cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner80/100
Value52/100

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Hudson Baby Bourbon (70cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.60).

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery is better value at £49 vs £50.

For beginners: Hudson Baby Bourbon (70cl) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Hudson Baby Bourbon (70cl)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £49.05)
  • Lower community rating (2.6 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 £49.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Hudson?

Hudson Baby Bourbon (70cl) 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 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

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Hudson Baby Bourbon (70cl)

New WoodCooked Fruit

Only Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery

Fresh FruitMalt ExtractToasted

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