George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
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. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
Glenglassaugh
£120
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) | SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 69.1% | 57% |
| Age | NAS | 16 yr |
| Price | £141.95 | £119.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985 is better value at £120 vs £142.
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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (69.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£141.95 vs £119.95)
SMWS No. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985
Pros
- +More affordable (£119.95 vs £141.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −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. 21.21 16 Year Old 1985 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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