Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Allt-a-Bhaine 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 805184) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
Allt-a-Bhaine 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 805184) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£116
| Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | Allt-a-Bhaine 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 805184) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sagamore Spirit | Allt-á-Bhainne |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 59.1% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £73.75 | £115.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Allt-a-Bhaine 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 805184) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Allt-a-Bhaine 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 805184) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £116.
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 £115.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Allt-a-Bhaine 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 805184) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£115.5 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 Allt-a-Bhaine?
Allt-a-Bhaine 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 805184) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Allt-a-Bhaine 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 805184) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)