Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeJura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection
DistillerySagamore SpiritJura
RegionIsland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV48.3%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£73.75£79.99
Rating5.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

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 £80.

For beginners: Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£73.75 vs £79.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.99 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 Jura?

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

Only Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

SmokeySherriedOilyMedicinalFresh Fruit

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