Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s vs Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0

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

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970sChateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0
DistilleryHaller'sChateau De Beaulon
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV43%40%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£240£178
Rating5.00/5

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value21/100

Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0 is better value at £178 vs £240.

For beginners: Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£240 vs £178)

Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£178 vs £240)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Haller’s?

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s 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 Chateau?

Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedHoney

Only Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

VanillaTobaccoOily

Only Chateau De Beaulon 1988 Fins Bois Cognac / Through the Grapevine 5.0

Dried FruitOld WoodNutty

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