Booth's Finest Dry Gin / Bot.1958 vs Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Booth's Finest Dry Gin / Bot.1958 | Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Booth's | Suntory |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £325 | £300 |
| Rating | — | 4.88/5 |
Booth's Finest Dry Gin / Bot.1958
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Booth's Finest Dry Gin / Bot.1958
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Quick verdict
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s is better value at £300 vs £325.
For beginners: Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Booth's Finest Dry Gin / Bot.1958
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£325 vs £300)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£300 vs £325)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Booth's?
Booth's Finest Dry Gin / Bot.1958 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Suntory?
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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