George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) vs Westport 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)Westport 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggWestport
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV69.1%53%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£141.95£154.95
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

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

Westport 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Westport 21 Year Old 2003 - 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 £155.

For beginners: Westport 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£141.95 vs £154.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.1%) — may need water

Westport 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£154.95 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 Westport?

Westport 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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

Both taste of

VanillaDried Fruit

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)

ChocolateToastedNew Wood

Only Westport 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SherriedHoneyOld Wood

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