George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggGlengoyne
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.4%50.9%
AgeNAS19 yr
Price£160£199.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value25/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £200.

For beginners: Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£160 vs £199.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £160)

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 Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

New WoodNutty

Only Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh Fruit

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