Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon vs Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£47
| Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Charlie Parry's | Signatory |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.6% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £50.76 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £47 vs £51.
For beginners: Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 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 £46.95)
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £50.76)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Unnamed?
Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU17/A195#44) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
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