George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11236) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11236) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.4%57.7%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£160£171.95
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value31/100

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11236) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11236) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £172.

For beginners: Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11236) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£160 vs £171.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11236) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£171.95 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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11236) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaToastedNew WoodNutty

Only Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11236) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitTobacco

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