George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.1%47.6%
AgeNAS34 yr
Price£141.95£151.29
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £151.

For beginners: Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£141.95 vs £151.29)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water

Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£151.29 vs £141.95)
  • 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 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

VanillaChocolateNew WoodDried Fruit

Only Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Old WoodLeatheryTobaccoNutty

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