George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggDumbarton
RegionLowland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonGrain
ABV69.1%45.8%
AgeNAS33 yr
Price£141.95£124.95
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £125 vs £142.

For beginners: Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£141.95 vs £124.95)

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£124.95 vs £141.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Dumbarton?

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaChocolate

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ToastedNew WoodDried Fruit

Only Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodNutty

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