Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Bowmore
£87
| Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sagamore Spirit | Bowmore |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £73.75 | £87 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £87.
For beginners: Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£73.75 vs £87)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£87 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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
Only Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)