Famous Grouse Vintage 1987 / 12 Year 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 Vintage 1987 / 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Famous Grouse
£150
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£142
| Famous Grouse Vintage 1987 / 12 Year 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 Vintage 1987 / 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Famous Grouse Vintage 1987 / 12 Year 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 Vintage 1987 / 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse Vintage 1987 / 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse Vintage 1987 / 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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