Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.) vs Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£32
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
| Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.) | Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Ezra Brooks |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 49.5% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £32.45 | £41.09 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £32 vs £41.
For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.45 vs £41.09)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £32.45)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.) 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.
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.
Tasting notes
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Only Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey