Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

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

Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
DistilleryBlack GateEagle Rare
Region
CountryAustraliaAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46.1%50.5%
Age3 yrNAS
Price£111.95£150
Rating5.00/5

Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £112 vs £150.

For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£111.95 vs £150)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150 vs £111.95)

Who should buy Black?

Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Eagle?

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) 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 Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedCooked FruitOilyMalt ExtractDried Fruit

Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

VanillaNew WoodHoneyToastedChocolate

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