Exploring the World of Whiskey: A Comparison of Premium Bourbons and Scotches

Mar 10, 2013 Last reply: 3 years ago 2 Replies

is there a better drink for the same money as "1792 ridgemont reserve bourbon" or Markers Mark in Scottland??????????



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"1792 Ridgemont Reserve Bourbon" and "Maker's Mark" are both well-regarded, high-quality spirits that are known for their smooth and complex flavors. They are also both considered to be in the premium price range, so it's unlikely that you will find a better drink for the same price.

However, there are many other excellent spirits that are available at similar price points that may suit different taste preferences. Some other high-quality bourbon options include:

  • Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon: This bourbon is known for its complex flavor profile, with notes of fruit and spice.

  • Woodford Reserve Distiller's Select Bourbon: This bourbon has a smooth and rich flavor, with notes of caramel and vanilla.

  • Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon: This bourbon is known for its smooth and well-balanced flavor, with notes of caramel and toffee.

As for scotch, other popular options include:

  • The Macallan Double Cask: This Scotch has a smooth and rich flavor, with notes of fruit and spice.

  • Glenfiddich 12 Years Old: This scotch is known for its smooth and well-balanced flavor, with notes of fruit and honey.

  • Oban 14 Year Old: This Scotch has a smooth and rich flavor, with notes of fruit and smoke.

It is important to note that taste preference is a personal matter and what one may find delicious another person may not. Therefore, it is always a good idea to try a few different options and find what you personally enjoy the most.

Am 10.03.2013 15:39, schrieb bob wald:

I can't answer theis question in general:

What's "A better drink in Scotland"? Any drink available there? Any Whisky, including blend? Scotch single malt?

What's "the same money"? Here in germany i'd have to pay 50€ for the Ridgemont Reserve, 22€ for the Maker's Mark red seal. Don't know the british prices. Below 50€ you get hundreds of excellent Scotchs, for 22€ a lot drinkable ones.

What's "better"? There are a lot of people who would prefer even a

20€-Scotch over a 100€-Bourbon and vice versa. Completely different drinks.

Just use whiskybase.com, Ridgemont has a rating of 82.43 and MM red seal ~78. You'll find a lot of scotch (single malt?) with better ratings within both price ranges, but this won't help you, if you don't like scotch at all or even peated or sherry-matured whisky.

Marko

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