George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryAmericaIreland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.4%46.8%
AgeNAS24 yr
Price£160£124.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value40/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £125 vs £160.

For beginners: Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£160 vs £124.95)

Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£124.95 vs £160)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Irish?

Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

New WoodNutty

Only Irish Single Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractOld Wood

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