George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Suntory Kakubin Whisky - 1980s

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Suntory Kakubin Whisky - 1980s
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggSuntory
Region
CountryAmericaJapan
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV69.4%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£160£240
Rating5.00/54.50/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Suntory Kakubin Whisky - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner85/100
Value19/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Suntory Kakubin Whisky - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £240.

For beginners: Suntory Kakubin Whisky - 1980s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£160 vs £240)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Suntory Kakubin Whisky - 1980s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£240 vs £160)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Suntory?

Suntory Kakubin Whisky - 1980s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

ToastedNew WoodNutty

Only Suntory Kakubin Whisky - 1980s

Malt ExtractTobacco

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