George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Glengoyne 21 Year Old - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160

Glengoyne 21 Year Old - Pre 2013
Glengoyne
£250
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | Glengoyne 21 Year Old - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 69.4% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £160 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old - Pre 2013
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £250.
For beginners: Glengoyne 21 Year Old - Pre 2013 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£160 vs £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
Glengoyne 21 Year Old - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £160)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy George?
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 21 Year Old - Pre 2013 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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