George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Glen Grant-Glenlivet 13 Year Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Glen Grant-Glenlivet 13 Year Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggGlen Grant
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.4%61%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£160£160
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value31/100

Glen Grant-Glenlivet 13 Year Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Grant-Glenlivet 13 Year Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Grant-Glenlivet 13 Year Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £160 vs £160.

For beginners: George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Glen Grant-Glenlivet 13 Year Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (61%) — may need water
  • 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-Glenlivet 13 Year Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaToastedNew WoodNutty

Only Glen Grant-Glenlivet 13 Year Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitChocolate

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