George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggGlen Grant
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.1%52%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£141.95£114.95
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value35/100

Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask is better value at £115 vs £142.

For beginners: Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£141.95 vs £114.95)

Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£114.95 vs £141.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaDried Fruit

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ChocolateToastedNew Wood

Only Glen Grant 22 Year Old 1995 (cask CA1695) - The Single Cask

HoneyOld WoodSherried

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