Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Glen Garioch
★ 5.00
£39
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51
| Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Charlie Parry's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 59.6% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £38.83 | £50.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Quick verdict
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £39 vs £51.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£38.83 vs £50.76)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.76 vs £38.83)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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
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