Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon vs Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Balblair
★ 4.00
£45
| Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Charlie Parry's | Balblair |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.6% | 49.7% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £50.76 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £51.
For beginners: Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.76 vs £44.95)
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £50.76)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Charlie?
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon 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 Balblair?
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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