George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Tomatin 33 Year Old 1972 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)Tomatin 33 Year Old 1972 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggTomatin
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV69.4%50%
AgeNAS33 yr
Price£160£173.66
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

Tomatin 33 Year Old 1972 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 33 Year Old 1972 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas 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 £174.

For beginners: Tomatin 33 Year Old 1972 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas 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 £173.66)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water

Tomatin 33 Year Old 1972 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£173.66 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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 33 Year Old 1972 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas 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

Nutty

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

VanillaHoneyToastedNew Wood

Only Tomatin 33 Year Old 1972 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobacco

Where to buy

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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