Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Glengoyne
£112
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 56.8% | 50.5% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £111.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is better value at £112 vs £150.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£111.95 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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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