George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggGlengoyne
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.1%50.9%
AgeNAS19 yr
Price£141.95£199.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value35/100

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value25/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is better value at £142 vs £200.

For beginners: Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£141.95 vs £199.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £141.95)

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.

Who should buy Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

VanillaToasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ChocolateNew WoodDried Fruit

Only Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitHoney

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