The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018 vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

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

The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
DistilleryGlenrothesEagle Rare
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46.6%50.5%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£120£150
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value42/100

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

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

The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018 is better value at £120 vs £150.

For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150 vs £120)

Who should buy The?

The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018 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

Honey

Only The Glenrothes 13 Year Old - Halloween Edition 2018

SherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

VanillaNew WoodToastedChocolate

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