New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£128
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The New Zealand Whisky Company | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | New Zealand | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 55.1% | 50.5% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £127.75 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64) is better value at £128 vs £150.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
Pros
- +More affordable (£127.75 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — 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 £127.75)
Who should buy New?
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64) 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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