George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Strathmill 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 4112) - Mackillop's Choice

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Strathmill 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 4112) - Mackillop's Choice
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggStrathmill
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.4%59.1%
AgeNAS20 yr
Price£160£187.59
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Strathmill 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 4112) - Mackillop's Choice

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathmill 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 4112) - Mackillop's Choice

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 £188.

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 £187.59)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Strathmill 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 4112) - Mackillop's Choice

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£187.59 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 Strathmill?

Strathmill 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 4112) - 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

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

New WoodNutty

Only Strathmill 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 4112) - Mackillop's Choice

Malt ExtractOld Wood

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