Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Kaiyo Whisky The KuriEagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
DistilleryKaiyoEagle Rare
Region
CountryJapanAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV46%50.5%
AgeNASNAS
Price£119.02£150
Rating5.00/5

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

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

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri

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).

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri is better value at £119 vs £150.

For beginners: Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri

Pros

  • +More affordable (£119.02 vs £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £119.02)

Who should buy Kaiyo?

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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

HoneyToastedVanilla

Only Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri

NuttyDried Fruit

Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

New WoodChocolate

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