Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeCoinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
DistillerySagamore SpiritMurray McDavid
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV48.3%46%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£73.75£85.95
Rating5.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value68/100

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness73/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is better value at £74 vs £86.

For beginners: Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£73.75 vs £85.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£85.95 vs £73.75)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Coinnich?

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

Only Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

SherriedSmokeyHoneyOld WoodTobacco

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