George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Pulteney 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 17603801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£142
Pulteney 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 17603801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pulteney
£199
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) | Pulteney 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 17603801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 69.1% | 56.6% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £141.95 | £198.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Pulteney 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 17603801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
Pulteney 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 17603801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £199.
For beginners: Pulteney 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 17603801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 £198.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
Pulteney 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 17603801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£198.99 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 Pulteney?
Pulteney 23 Year Old 1998 (cask 17603801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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