Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Auchentoshan
£199
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
| Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | George T. Stagg |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 58.4% | 69.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £160 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £199.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £160)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£160 vs £199)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Auchentoshan 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5.95) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange