George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Loch Lomond 19 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Loch Lomond 19 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.1%54.8%
AgeNAS19 yr
Price£141.95£151.05
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Loch Lomond 19 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 19 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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: 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 £151.05)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Loch Lomond 19 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£151.05 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond 19 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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 Loch Lomond 19 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokeyCooked MashLeathery

Where to buy

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Loch Lomond 19 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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