Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Famous Grouse
£150
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£142
| Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | George T. Stagg |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 69.1% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £141.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is better value at £142 vs £150.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £141.95)
- −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 affordable (£141.95 vs £150)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 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.
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
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