Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon vs Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£48
| Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | Scallywag Cask Strength No.2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Charlie Parry's | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.6% | 54.1% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £50.76 | £48 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Quick verdict
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2 is better value at £48 vs £51.
For beginners: Scallywag Cask Strength No.2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +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 £48)
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£48 vs £50.76)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
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 Scallywag?
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2 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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