The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked vs Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Boann
★ 3.00
£45
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
| The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked | Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Boann | Ezra Brooks |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 49.5% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £41.09 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £41 vs £45.
For beginners: The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £41.09)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£41.09 vs £44.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked 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 Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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