Bomberger's Declaration - 2020 Release vs Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bomberger's Declaration - 2020 ReleaseMonkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
DistilleryMichter's DistilleryMonkey Shoulder
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV54%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£105£79.95
Rating5.00/5

Bomberger's Declaration - 2020 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value63/100

Bomberger's Declaration - 2020 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is better value at £80 vs £105.

For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Bomberger's Declaration - 2020 Release

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (54%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£105 vs £79.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bomberger's?

Bomberger's Declaration - 2020 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.

Who should buy Monkey?

Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set 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

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Bomberger's Declaration - 2020 Release

ToastedNew Wood

Only Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set

Fresh FruitCitric

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