Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeLinkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
DistillerySagamore SpiritLinkwood
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV48.3%57.5%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£73.75£57.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value86/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits is better value at £58 vs £74.

For beginners: Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is more approachable (60/100 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)

Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£57.95 vs £73.75)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.5%) — may need water

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 Linkwood?

Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits 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

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

Only Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits

SherriedDried FruitHoneyOld WoodChocolate

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