Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon vs Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51

Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Glendalough
£49
| Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Charlie Parry's | Glendalough |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Bourbon | Irish |
| ABV | 59.6% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £50.76 | £49.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey is better value at £49 vs £51.
For beginners: Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.76 vs £49.25)
Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£49.25 vs £50.76)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Glendalough?
Glendalough Pot Still Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Tasting notes
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