Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s vs Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 337) - Edison The Inventor

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

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970sBimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 337) - Edison The Inventor
DistilleryHaller'sBimber
Region
CountryAmericaEngland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%58.6%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£240£199
Rating5.00/5

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

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

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 337) - Edison The Inventor

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 337) - Edison The Inventor

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 337) - Edison The Inventor is better value at £199 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 £199)

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 337) - Edison The Inventor

Pros

  • +More affordable (£199 vs £240)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • 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 Bimber?

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 337) - Edison The Inventor 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

Both taste of

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

TobaccoOily

Only Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 337) - Edison The Inventor

Fresh FruitNew Wood

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