Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | George T. Stagg |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 69.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £160 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £160.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £160)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£160 vs £150)
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
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.
Tasting notes
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