Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach
£185
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£142
| Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | George T. Stagg |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48.5% | 69.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £184.95 | £141.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is better value at £142 vs £185.
For beginners: Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£184.95 vs £141.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£141.95 vs £184.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy George?
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 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
Only Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Where to buy
Mortlach 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange