Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
£103
| Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sagamore Spirit | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 55.7% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £73.75 | £103 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £103.
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 £103)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£103 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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Only Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)