Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeHighland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)
DistillerySagamore SpiritHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV48.3%56.5%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£73.75£59.99
Rating5.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky) is better value at £60 vs £74.

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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£73.75 vs £59.99)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£59.99 vs £73.75)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — 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 Highland?

Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky) 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

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

Only Highland Park 7 Year Old 2018 (Blind Summit Whisky)

SherriedSmokeyHoneyFresh Fruit

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