Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) vs Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Bowmore
£70
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Culper Bros
★ 5.00
£61
| Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) | Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Culper Bros |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 56.8% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.95 | £60.94 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £61 vs £70.
For beginners: Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £60.94)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£60.94 vs £69.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Culper?
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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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Where to buy
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange