George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggGlendullan
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.1%53.9%
AgeNAS20 yr
Price£141.95£150.95
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £151.

For beginners: Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 affordable (£141.95 vs £150.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150.95 vs £141.95)
  • 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 Glendullan?

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ChocolateToastedNew WoodDried Fruit

Only Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt ExtractOld Wood

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