Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glen Garioch
£111
| Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sagamore Spirit | Glen Garioch |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £73.75 | £111.05 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
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 £111.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 £111.05)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£111.05 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 Glen?
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)