Heaven Hill 2001 (bottled 2017) (cask 17024) - Malts of Scotland vs Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

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

Heaven Hill 2001 (bottled 2017) (cask 17024) - Malts of ScotlandHudson Four Grain Bourbon
DistilleryHeaven HillTuthilltown Spirits
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeBourbonBourbon
ABV46.5%46%
Age16 yrNAS
Price£10.77£10.5
Rating3.71/5

Heaven Hill 2001 (bottled 2017) (cask 17024) - Malts of Scotland

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Heaven Hill 2001 (bottled 2017) (cask 17024) - Malts of Scotland

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is rated higher (3.71 vs 0.00).

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is better value at £11 vs £11.

For beginners: Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Heaven Hill 2001 (bottled 2017) (cask 17024) - Malts of Scotland

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£10.77 vs £10.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.7)

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.7/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Heaven?

Heaven Hill 2001 (bottled 2017) (cask 17024) - Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Who should buy Hudson?

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon 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

VanillaToasted

Only Heaven Hill 2001 (bottled 2017) (cask 17024) - Malts of Scotland

Old WoodSherriedDried Fruit

Only Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

New WoodHoney

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