Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Boann
★ 3.00
£45
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Boann |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 5 yr |
| Price | £41.09 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £41 vs £45.
For beginners: The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£41.09 vs £44.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £41.09)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
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 The?
The Whistler 5 Year Old Double Oaked 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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Only Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
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