New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65% vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65% | The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | The Epicurean |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 58.6% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £74.9 | £47.89 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65%
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65%
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £75.
For beginners: New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65% is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65%
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£74.9 vs £47.89)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.89 vs £74.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
Who should buy New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65% 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 The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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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