Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970sGeorge T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
DistilleryRemy MartinGeorge T. Stagg
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeBourbon
ABV40%69.4%
AgeNASNAS
Price£175£160
Rating5.00/5

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s

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 £175.

For beginners: Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£175 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 £175)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Who should buy Remy?

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

HoneyToasted

Only Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s

Dried FruitOld WoodSherried

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaNew WoodNutty

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