George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) vs Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
£118
| George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | George T. Stagg | Douglas Laing |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 69.4% | 51.2% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £160 | £118.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing) is better value at £118 vs £160.
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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£160 vs £118.43)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£118.43 vs £160)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — 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 Yula?
Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing) 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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