Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6 vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6
Bowmore
★ 5.00
£250
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
| Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6 | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | George T. Stagg |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 69.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £160 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £250.
For beginners: Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £160)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£160 vs £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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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Where to buy
Bowmore 18 Year Old Deep & Complex - Aston Martin Edition #6
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange