George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£142
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Caol Ila
★ 4.20
£199
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) | Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 69.1% | 59.8% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £141.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.20/5 |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is better value at £142 vs £199.
For beginners: George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£141.95 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £141.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017) 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 George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Only Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange