Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs McGibbon's 12 Year Old Platinum Ribbon

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

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)McGibbon's 12 Year Old Platinum Ribbon
DistilleryMaster of MaltDouglas McGibbon
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV45%40%
Age3 yr12 yr
Price£29.95£27.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

McGibbon's 12 Year Old Platinum Ribbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

McGibbon's 12 Year Old Platinum Ribbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

McGibbon's 12 Year Old Platinum Ribbon is better value at £28 vs £30.

For beginners: McGibbon's 12 Year Old Platinum Ribbon is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.95 vs £27.5)

McGibbon's 12 Year Old Platinum Ribbon

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.5 vs £29.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 3 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Indiana?

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 McGibbon's?

McGibbon's 12 Year Old Platinum Ribbon 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

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitToasted

Only Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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