Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeTomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistillerySagamore SpiritTomatin
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV48.3%46%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£73.75£64.95
Rating5.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £65 vs £74.

For beginners: Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (80/100 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 £64.95)

Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£64.95 vs £73.75)

Cons

  • 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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling) 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

Both taste of

ToastedVanilla

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Cooked FruitNew Wood

Only Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SherriedHoneyOld Wood

Where to buy

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Tomatin 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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