Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt) vs Stauning HØST

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

Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt)Stauning HØST
DistilleryMaster of MaltStauning
Region
CountryAmericaDenmark
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV45%40.5%
Age5 yrNAS
Price£39.95£41.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Stauning HØST

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning HØST

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £42.

For beginners: Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £41.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Stauning HØST

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.5 vs £39.95)

Who should buy Bourbon?

Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt) 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 Stauning?

Stauning HØST suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Cooked Fruit

Only Bourbon 5 Year Old Father's Day (Master of Malt)

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Stauning HØST

New WoodToastedFresh FruitVegetative

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