Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Macduff
£120
| Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sagamore Spirit | Macduff |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 58.6% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £73.75 | £119.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £120.
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 £119.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.5 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 Macduff?
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)