The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Colheita vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Colheita
The Lakes Distillery
★ 4.00
£125
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Colheita | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52% | 50.5% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Colheita
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Colheita
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Colheita is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Colheita
Pros
- +More affordable (£125 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £125)
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Colheita 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.
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
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