Bols Blue Curacao Liqueur vs Bell's Original

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

Bols Blue Curacao LiqueurBell's Original
DistilleryBolsBell's
RegionOther Scotch
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£13.75£18.75
Rating2.75/5

Bols Blue Curacao Liqueur

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Bell's Original

Smoke64/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Bols Blue Curacao Liqueur

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bell's Original

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bell's Original is rated higher (2.75 vs 0.00).

Bols Blue Curacao Liqueur is better value at £14 vs £19.

For beginners: Bols Blue Curacao Liqueur is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Bols Blue Curacao Liqueur

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£13.75 vs £18.75)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 2.8)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Bell's Original

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (2.8/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£18.75 vs £13.75)

Who should buy Bols?

Bols Blue Curacao Liqueur suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Bell's?

Bell's Original suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Bols Blue Curacao Liqueur

CitricFragant

Only Bell's Original

SmokeyHay-likeMalt Extract

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