Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
DistilleryMurray McDavidGeorge T. Stagg
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46%69.1%
Age17 yrNAS
Price£109.95£141.95
Rating5.00/5

Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is better value at £110 vs £142.

For beginners: Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£109.95 vs £141.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £109.95)

Who should buy Eòrna?

Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

VanillaToasted

Only Eòrna Lòin 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 110001) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Malt ExtractHoneyCitricFresh Fruit

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ChocolateNew WoodDried Fruit

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