Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeLoch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
DistillerySagamore SpiritLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV48.3%58.2%
AgeNAS5 yr
Price£73.75£64.95
Rating5.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

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Quick verdict

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

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is better value at £65 vs £74.

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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£73.75 vs £64.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£64.95 vs £73.75)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
  • 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

VanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

Only Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

Where to buy

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Loch Lomond 5 Year Old 2019 (cask 1536A-H) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

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