George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggAuchentoshan
RegionLowland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.1%48.6%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£141.95£176.95
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

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 £177.

For beginners: Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£141.95 vs £176.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£176.95 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 Auchentoshan?

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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

VanillaToasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ChocolateNew WoodDried Fruit

Only Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

HoneyMalt ExtractOld Wood

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