George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs J.P. Wiser's 22 Year Old 1998 - Ex Libris Smaller Hero

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)J.P. Wiser's 22 Year Old 1998 - Ex Libris Smaller Hero
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggJ.P. Wiser's
Region
CountryAmericaCanada
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV69.1%64.5%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£141.95£200.12
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

J.P. Wiser's 22 Year Old 1998 - Ex Libris Smaller Hero

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

J.P. Wiser's 22 Year Old 1998 - Ex Libris Smaller Hero

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 £200.

For beginners: George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£141.95 vs £200.12)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water

J.P. Wiser's 22 Year Old 1998 - Ex Libris Smaller Hero

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£200.12 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 J.P.?

J.P. Wiser's 22 Year Old 1998 - Ex Libris Smaller Hero 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

Dried Fruit

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

VanillaChocolateToastedNew Wood

Only J.P. Wiser's 22 Year Old 1998 - Ex Libris Smaller Hero

Old WoodTobaccoLeatheryNutty

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