George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)
Glen Grant
£183
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Glen Grant |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 69.4% | 52.2% |
| Age | NAS | 29 yr |
| Price | £160 | £182.57 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £183.
For beginners: Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£160 vs £182.57)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£182.57 vs £160)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy George?
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 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 Glen?
Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) 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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