George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 (cask 12255) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 (cask 12255) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.4%47.1%
AgeNAS31 yr
Price£160£160.64
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 (cask 12255) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 (cask 12255) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £161.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 (cask 12255) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£160 vs £160.64)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 (cask 12255) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£160.64 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 (cask 12255) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaHoneyNew WoodNutty

Only Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 (cask 12255) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

Old WoodMalt ExtractHay-like

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