George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.1%51.5%
AgeNAS28 yr
Price£141.95£107.02
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £107 vs £142.

For beginners: Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 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 £107.02)

Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£107.02 vs £141.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (51.5%) — 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 Glenturret?

Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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

VanillaToasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ChocolateNew WoodDried Fruit

Only Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11028) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Malt ExtractHoneyOld Wood

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