1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof vs Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon

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

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel ProofCharlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
DistilleryJames E. Pepper & Co.Charlie Parry's
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeRyeBourbon
ABV57.3%59.6%
AgeNASNAS
Price£43.4£50.76
Rating4.67/55.00/5

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value99/100

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof is better value at £43 vs £51.

For beginners: 1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£43.4 vs £50.76)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£50.76 vs £43.4)

Who should buy 1776?

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof 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 Charlie?

Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon 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

Both taste of

VanillaNew WoodToasted

Only 1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof

Citric

Only Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon

HoneyNutty

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