Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) vs Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Murray McDavid
£40
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51
| Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) | Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Charlie Parry's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 59.6% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.5 | £50.76 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Quick verdict
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) is better value at £40 vs £51.
For beginners: Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.5 vs £50.76)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +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 £39.5)
Who should buy Half?
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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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