George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Scapa 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 1191) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
Scapa 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 1191) - Mackillop's Choice
Scapa
£238
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | Scapa 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 1191) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Scapa |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 69.4% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £160 | £238.19 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Scapa 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 1191) - Mackillop's Choice
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Scapa 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 1191) - Mackillop's Choice
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 £238.
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 affordable (£160 vs £238.19)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
Scapa 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 1191) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£238.19 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 Scapa?
Scapa 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 1191) - Mackillop's Choice 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
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