Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Edradour Ballechin 8 Year Old Double Malt Double Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
Edradour Ballechin 8 Year Old Double Malt Double Cask
Edradour
★ 3.50
£50
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Edradour Ballechin 8 Year Old Double Malt Double Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £41.09 | £49.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.50/5 |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Edradour Ballechin 8 Year Old Double Malt Double Cask
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Edradour Ballechin 8 Year Old Double Malt Double Cask
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £41 vs £50.
For beginners: Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£41.09 vs £49.94)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Edradour Ballechin 8 Year Old Double Malt Double Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.94 vs £41.09)
- −Lower community rating (3.5 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 Edradour?
Edradour Ballechin 8 Year Old Double Malt Double Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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