A combination of side by side whisky / bourbon / whiskey comparison blog posts. A look at all the most popular whiskies and how they rate next to their rivals. From bourbons and Scottish whisky to blends and single malts. A broad collection of comparisons I have tried.
Kicking off 2025 with a rye showdown! Today, I’m comparing Sazerac Rye vs Bulleit Rye whiskey—two bold straight ryes with distinct mash bills and flavour profiles. Which one deserves a spot on your shelf? Let’s dive in!
From the peat capital of the world, another peated side-by-side comparison; the Ardbeg 10 vs An Oa single malt Scotch whisky.
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to sit down with Bradley Watson and talk about all things Jack Daniel’s, with a special focus on the increasingly popular Jack Daniel’s Rye whiskey. Although this rye expression first launched back in 2017, it has only recently become widely available in South Africa. Naturally, that called for a proper side-by-side tasting: Jack Daniel’s vs Jack Daniel’s Rye whiskey.
Jack Daniel’s is one of those polarising brands. Some people love it; some people hate it. Regardless of your view, Jack Daniel’s has become a cult brand worldwide, and you can find it in most bars and liquor stores. But when it comes to Jack Daniel’s vs Gentleman Jack whiskey, what sets them apart?
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Another fun side-by-side bourbon comparison, and this time I am looking at the Evan Williams vs Jim Beam bourbon whiskey. As part of my comparison series, I put these two well know budget brands next to each other so you can make an informed buying decision.
One of the search terms, according to Google Analytics, that bring many hits to the blog is a query relating to Johnnie Walker Blue vs Black Label blended Scotch whisky. The exclusive and expensive Blue Label versus the more affordable, standard range Johnnie Walker Black Label.