Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeBenrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistillerySagamore SpiritBenrinnes
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV48.3%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£73.75£57.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value86/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £58 vs £74.

For beginners: Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 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 £57.95)

Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£57.95 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 Benrinnes?

Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

Only Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2010 (casks 107 & 110) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodHoneyChocolate

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