Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
DistilleryDumbartonGeorge T. Stagg
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeGrainBourbon
ABV45.8%69.1%
Age33 yrNAS
Price£124.95£141.95
Rating5.00/5

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value35/100

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £125 vs £142.

For beginners: Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£124.95 vs £141.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£141.95 vs £124.95)

Who should buy Dumbarton?

Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Who should buy George?

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ChocolateVanilla

Only Dumbarton 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodNutty

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ToastedNew WoodDried Fruit

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