Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeTimorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
DistillerySagamore SpiritTimorous Beastie
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV48.3%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£73.75£64.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish 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

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£73.75 vs £64.9)

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£64.9 vs £73.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Timorous?

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Cooked Fruit

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaNew Wood

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SherriedChocolate

Where to buy

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

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