George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Hazelburn 12 Year Old

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Hazelburn 12 Year Old
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.4%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£160£250
Rating5.00/54.58/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Hazelburn 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value18/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hazelburn 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.58).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £250.

For beginners: Hazelburn 12 Year Old 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 £250)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Hazelburn 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£250 vs £160)
  • Lower community rating (4.6 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 Hazelburn?

Hazelburn 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToastedNutty

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaNew Wood

Only Hazelburn 12 Year Old

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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