The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldGeorge T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryGeorge T. Stagg
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedBourbon
ABV43%65.2%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£127.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner50/100
Value39/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £128.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £127.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (65.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£127.95 vs £84.9)

Who should buy The?

The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy George?

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

VanillaChocolateNew WoodCooked Fruit

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