George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Sequoia 70cl

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Sequoia 70cl
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggThe Lakes Distillery
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeBourbon
ABV69.1%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£141.95£219.99
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Sequoia 70cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Sequoia 70cl

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 £220.

For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Sequoia 70cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£141.95 vs £219.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water

The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Sequoia 70cl

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£219.99 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 The?

The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Sequoia 70cl is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ChocolateToastedNew WoodDried Fruit

Only The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Sequoia 70cl

SherriedCooked FruitHoney

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