George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012

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

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
DistilleryGeorge T. StaggWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeBourbonBourbon
ABV69.4%61.7%
AgeNASNAS
Price£160£119.16
Rating5.00/5

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

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

William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 is better value at £119 vs £160.

For beginners: William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£160 vs £119.16)

William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£119.16 vs £160)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (61.7%) — may need water
  • 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 William?

William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyToastedNew Wood

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)

Nutty

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