Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl
Somerset Spirit Co.
£37
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Somerset Spirit Co. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 49.5% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £41.09 | £36.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl is better value at £37 vs £41.
For beginners: Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.09 vs £36.99)
Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.99 vs £41.09)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy Somerset?
Somerset Spirits Co. Barrel Aged Rum, 70cl is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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