Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£125
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
| Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | George T. Stagg |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 49.6% | 69.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £124.95 | £160 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) is better value at £125 vs £160.
For beginners: Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £160)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£160 vs £124.95)
Who should buy Westport?
Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy George?
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 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.
Tasting notes
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