Tamdhu 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Tamdhu 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
DistilleryTamdhuGeorge T. Stagg
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46.8%69.4%
Age28 yrNAS
Price£243.95£160
Rating5.00/5

Tamdhu 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value31/100

Tamdhu 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £244.

For beginners: Tamdhu 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Tamdhu 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£243.95 vs £160)
  • 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 affordable (£160 vs £243.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Who should buy Tamdhu?

Tamdhu 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

Both taste of

Nutty

Only Tamdhu 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolate

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaHoneyToastedNew Wood

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