Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Loch Lomond
£69
| Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sagamore Spirit | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 52% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £73.75 | £68.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £69 vs £74.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 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 £68.95)
Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£68.95 vs £73.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — 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 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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
Both taste of
Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Only Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 9526) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange