Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey | SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Culper Bros | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 61.8% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £60.94 | £95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008
Quick verdict
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £61 vs £95.
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 affordable (£60.94 vs £95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£95 vs £60.94)
- −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 SMWS?
SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008 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
Both taste of
Only SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008
Where to buy
Culper Bros 355 Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange