Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Knappogue Castle 1995
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
Knappogue Castle 1995
Knappogue Castle
★ 5.00
£43
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Knappogue Castle 1995 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Knappogue Castle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.09 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Knappogue Castle 1995
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Knappogue Castle 1995
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £41 vs £43.
For beginners: Knappogue Castle 1995 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.09 vs £42.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Knappogue Castle 1995
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £41.09)
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy Knappogue?
Knappogue Castle 1995 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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