Bunnahabhain 27 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.

Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
DistilleryBunnahabhainEagle Rare
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV42.6%50.5%
Age27 yrNAS
Price£241.95£150
Rating5.00/5

Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

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

Bunnahabhain 27 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).

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £150 vs £242.

For beginners: Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£241.95 vs £150)
  • 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 affordable (£150 vs £241.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 27 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 Islay 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

VanillaToasted

Only Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

CitricSherriedDried Fruit

Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

New WoodHoneyChocolate

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