Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s
Glen Moray
£120
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 50.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | NAS |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£120 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 £120)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s
Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Where to buy
Glen Moray 16 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Black Watch - 1980s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange