Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
DistilleryHighland ParkGeorge T. Stagg
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46%69.4%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£204.95£160
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)

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 £205.

For beginners: Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£204.95 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 £204.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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

Honey

Only Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)

SmokeySherriedOld WoodFresh Fruit

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaToastedNew WoodNutty

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