Bosford Extra Dry London Gin / Bot.1960s vs Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set

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

Bosford Extra Dry London Gin / Bot.1960sMonkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
DistilleryBosfordMonkey Shoulder
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£125£79.95
Rating5.00/5

Bosford Extra Dry London Gin / Bot.1960s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set

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

Bosford Extra Dry London Gin / Bot.1960s

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 £125.

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

Bosford Extra Dry London Gin / Bot.1960s

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 vs £79.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Bosford?

Bosford Extra Dry London Gin / Bot.1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Citric

Only Bosford Extra Dry London Gin / Bot.1960s

SolventVegetative

Only Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set

HoneyVanillaFresh FruitMalt Extract

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