Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask) vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Glen Elgin
£59
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
| Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask) | Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Sagamore Spirit |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 54.2% | 48.3% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £58.8 | £73.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Quick verdict
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is better value at £59 vs £74.
For beginners: Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Pros
- +More affordable (£58.8 vs £73.75)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£73.75 vs £58.8)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask) 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 Sagamore?
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 802071) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye