Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Port Askaig 17 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Culper Bros | Port Askaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 45.8% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £60.94 | £54.4 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Quick verdict
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Askaig 17 Year Old is better value at £54 vs £61.
For beginners: Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£60.94 vs £54.4)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£54.4 vs £60.94)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Culper?
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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 Port?
Port Askaig 17 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange