George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£142
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
Dalmore
£155
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) | SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 69.1% | 62.5% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £141.95 | £154.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
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 £155.
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 £154.55)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£154.55 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 SMWS?
SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 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
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