El Circo Macabeo 2021 vs Hudson Four Grain Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| El Circo Macabeo 2021 | Hudson Four Grain Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | El Circo | Tuthilltown Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £12.25 | £10.5 |
| Rating | — | 3.71/5 |
El Circo Macabeo 2021
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon
El Circo Macabeo 2021
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon
Quick verdict
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is rated higher (3.71 vs 0.00).
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is better value at £11 vs £12.
For beginners: Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
El Circo Macabeo 2021
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£12.25 vs £10.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.7)
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (3.7/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy El?
El Circo Macabeo 2021 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.
Who should buy Hudson?
Hudson Four Grain Bourbon 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
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