Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon vs Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Murray McDavid
£40
| Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Charlie Parry's | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 59.6% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £50.76 | £39.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) is better value at £40 vs £51.
For beginners: Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) 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 £39.5)
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.5 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 Half?
Half 'n' Half 10 Year Old 2009 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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