Pearse Lyons Distiller's Choice vs Stauning HØST

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

Pearse Lyons Distiller's ChoiceStauning HØST
DistilleryPearse LyonsStauning
Region
CountryIrelandDenmark
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV42%40.5%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.74£41.5
Rating2.50/55.00/5

Pearse Lyons Distiller's Choice

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value65/100

Stauning HØST

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Pearse Lyons Distiller's Choice

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning HØST

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Stauning HØST is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.50).

Pearse Lyons Distiller's Choice is better value at £39 vs £42.

For beginners: Pearse Lyons Distiller's Choice is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Pearse Lyons Distiller's Choice

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.74 vs £41.5)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (2.5 vs 5.0)

Stauning HØST

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.5 vs £38.74)

Who should buy Pearse?

Pearse Lyons Distiller's Choice 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.

Who should buy Stauning?

Stauning HØST suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Pearse Lyons Distiller's Choice

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Stauning HØST

New WoodToastedVegetativeCooked Fruit

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