George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggGlen Ord
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.1%51.9%
AgeNAS20 yr
Price£141.95£128.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner45/100
Value39/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £129 vs £142.

For beginners: Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£141.95 vs £128.95)

Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£128.95 vs £141.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.9%) — may need water

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 Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

VanillaChocolateNew WoodDried Fruit

Only Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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