George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£142
Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Craigellachie
£224
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) | Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 69.1% | 54.7% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £141.95 | £223.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
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 £224.
For beginners: Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£141.95 vs £223.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£223.5 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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
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Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Only Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Where to buy
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 17 Year Old (bottled 2023) (casks 2, 3, 4) - Exceptional Cask Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange