Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Bowmore 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
Bowmore 12 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 3.87
£39
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Bowmore 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Bowmore |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.09 | £38.79 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.87/5 |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Bowmore 12 Year Old
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Bowmore 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.87).
Bowmore 12 Year Old is better value at £39 vs £41.
For beginners: Bowmore 12 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.09 vs £38.79)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.79 vs £41.09)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old 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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