Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 4603) - Mackillop's Choice vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 4603) - Mackillop's Choice
Bladnoch
£175
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
| Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 4603) - Mackillop's Choice | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | George T. Stagg |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 45.7% | 69.4% |
| Age | 22 yr | NAS |
| Price | £174.65 | £160 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 4603) - Mackillop's Choice
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 4603) - Mackillop's Choice
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £175.
For beginners: Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 4603) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 4603) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£174.65 vs £160)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£160 vs £174.65)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 4603) - Mackillop's Choice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy George?
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) 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.
Tasting notes
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